Create an action type

  • Release version: Zurich
  • Updated July 31, 2025
  • 1 minute to read
  • Create an action type to associate with an action category. Action types are a sub-set of action category. They are used for easier identification based on need.

    Before you begin

    Role required: sn_ac.automation_technical_user and sn_ac.automation_admin

    Procedure

    1. Navigate to All > Automation center > Build > Action Categories.
    2. From the list of action categories, select an action category for which you want to create an action type.
    3. Select New from the Action Type area.
    4. On the form, fill in the details.
      Field Description
      Name An intuitive name for the action type.
      Application Scope of the action type. This is auto-populated. Do not edit this field.
      Description Description of the action type.
      Parent The action category that you have selected is automatically populated. Do not edit this field.
    5. Select Submit.

    What to do next

    Create an action