- A
The job's condition script has a syntax error.
Why wrong: A syntax error would cause the job to fail, but it would still attempt to run and log errors.
- B
The 'sys_updated_on' field is not being updated.
Why wrong: The sys_updated_on field is not relevant to job execution.
- C
The job is set to 'Inactive'.
Why wrong: This is incorrect. If the job is set to 'Inactive', it will not run at all—the scheduler will not trigger it, and no entry will appear in the job history. The stem states the job runs, so an inactive job cannot be the cause.
- D
The job condition is set to 'false' so it never triggers.
This is correct. A condition script that returns 'false' causes the job to run (the scheduler triggers it) but prevents the action script from executing. This explains why the job appears to run but there is no 'gs.log' output.
SNOW-CAD Scheduled Job Condition Script Practice Question
This SNOW-CAD practice question tests your understanding of core application development. Read the scenario carefully and evaluate each option against the stated constraints before committing to an answer. A key principle to apply: scheduled Job Condition Script. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
A developer notices that a scheduled job runs but does not execute the script. The job is set to run every hour. The script uses the 'gs.log' function to write messages. The log shows no output. What is the most likely cause?
Clue words in this question
Noticing these words before you look at the options changes how you read each choice.
Clue:
"most likely"Why it matters: Probability qualifier — the question wants the most probable cause or outcome, not a guaranteed one. Eliminate low-probability options.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
The job condition is set to 'false' so it never triggers.
Option D is correct. In ServiceNow, a scheduled job runs when the scheduler triggers it, but the action script only executes if the condition script evaluates to true. If the condition is set to 'false' (e.g., the condition script returns false), the job will appear in the job history as having run, but the action script will not execute, resulting in no 'gs.log' output. Option C is incorrect because an inactive job does not run at all—it will not appear in the job history as having run.
Key principle: Scheduled Job Condition Script
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✗
The job's condition script has a syntax error.
Why it's wrong here
A syntax error would cause the job to fail, but it would still attempt to run and log errors.
- ✗
The 'sys_updated_on' field is not being updated.
Why it's wrong here
The sys_updated_on field is not relevant to job execution.
- ✗
The job is set to 'Inactive'.
Why it's wrong here
This is incorrect. If the job is set to 'Inactive', it will not run at all—the scheduler will not trigger it, and no entry will appear in the job history. The stem states the job runs, so an inactive job cannot be the cause.
- ✓
The job condition is set to 'false' so it never triggers.
Why this is correct
This is correct. A condition script that returns 'false' causes the job to run (the scheduler triggers it) but prevents the action script from executing. This explains why the job appears to run but there is no 'gs.log' output.
Clue confirmation
The clue word "most likely" in the question point toward this answer.
Related concept
Scheduled Job Condition Script
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
The trap is that candidates often confuse 'the job runs' (the scheduler triggers it) with 'the script executes'. In ServiceNow, a job can run without executing the script if the condition evaluates to false. Candidates may incorrectly assume that an inactive job is the cause, but an inactive job would not run at all.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
In ServiceNow, scheduled jobs have an 'Active' checkbox that controls whether the job's script executes when the schedule fires. When inactive, the job is still evaluated by the scheduler but the script is skipped entirely. The 'gs.log' function writes to the system log (syslog table), and if the script never runs, no log entries are created. This is distinct from a condition script returning false, which would still execute the condition script but skip the main script.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Scheduled Job Condition Script
TExam Day Tips
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Scheduled Job Condition Script
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A practitioner preparing for the SNOW-CAD exam encounters this exact type of scenario on the job. The correct answer here is not the most general option — it is the best answer for the specific constraint described. Scheduled Job Condition Script Real exam questions reward reading the full scenario before eliminating options, because the constraint defines which answer fits.
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What does this SNOW-CAD question test?
Core Application Development — This question tests Core Application Development — Scheduled Job Condition Script.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: The job condition is set to 'false' so it never triggers. — Option D is correct. In ServiceNow, a scheduled job runs when the scheduler triggers it, but the action script only executes if the condition script evaluates to true. If the condition is set to 'false' (e.g., the condition script returns false), the job will appear in the job history as having run, but the action script will not execute, resulting in no 'gs.log' output. Option C is incorrect because an inactive job does not run at all—it will not appear in the job history as having run.
What should I do if I get this SNOW-CAD question wrong?
Review scheduled Job Condition Script, then practise related SNOW-CAD questions on the same topic to reinforce the concept.
Are there clue words in this question I should notice?
Yes — watch for: "most likely". Probability qualifier — the question wants the most probable cause or outcome, not a guaranteed one. Eliminate low-probability options.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Scheduled Job Condition Script
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