SNOW-CSA Database Administration and CMDB Practice Question
During a CMDB health assessment, an administrator finds that the 'cmdb_ci_computer' table has 5000 records, but only 3000 have an 'operational_status' of 'In Use'. The administrator wants to view only the records with 'In Use' status in the CMDB reports. What is the most efficient approach?
⚠ Common exam trap
Test-takers frequently confuse table-level configuration (like display conditions or condition builders) with report-level filtering, leading them to choose options that would globally alter the table instead of applying a simple, non-destructive filter in the report itself.
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
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Create a report with a condition where operational_status = 'In Use'
The most efficient approach to view only records with 'In Use' status in CMDB reports is to apply a condition directly within the report definition. This method filters the data at query time without altering the underlying table structure or affecting other users, ensuring that the report shows only the desired subset of records while preserving the full dataset for other purposes.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Change the 'Display condition' of the table
Why it's wrong here
Display condition filters list display but not reports.
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Create a domain separation for 'In Use' CIs
Why it's wrong here
Domain separation is for access control, not reporting.
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Create a report with a condition where operational_status = 'In Use'
Why this is correct
The report builder supports conditions to filter records.
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Modify the table's 'Condition Builder' to only show 'In Use' records
Why it's wrong here
Condition builder affects list views, not reports.
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