Match each ServiceNow user role to its typical permission.
Drag a concept onto its matching description — or click a concept then click the description.
Full access to all records and configurations
Access to ITIL processes like incident, problem, change management
ServiceNow internal use, not assigned to customers
Basic access to create and view own records
Manage service catalog items and categories
Answer choices
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
admin: Full administrative access to all modules
Roles in ServiceNow define user permissions. Admin has full access, ITIL handles ITIL processes, User has basic self-service, Approver can approve requests. Common confusion is mixing admin with approver or user with ITIL.
Answer analysis
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
admin: Full administrative access to all modules
Why this is correct
The admin role provides unrestricted access to all ServiceNow features and settings.
itil: Access to ITIL processes such as incident, problem, and change management
Why this is correct
The itil role grants permissions to perform ITIL process tasks like managing incidents and changes.
user: Basic access to create and view their own records
Why this is correct
The user role allows users to create and view only their own tickets and records.
approver: Permission to approve or reject requests
Why this is correct
The approver role enables users to approve or reject catalog requests and change requests.
admin: Permission to approve or reject requests
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect — this describes the approver role, not admin. Admin has full access, including approval, but the primary definition is broader.
user: Access to ITIL processes such as incident, problem, and change management
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect — this describes the itil role, not user. User role only provides basic self-service access.
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