Quick Answer
The correct answer is to set the 'read' permission for the team. This is because Splunk’s object-level access control strictly separates viewing from editing: the 'read' permission allows users to see and run a report, while the 'write' permission is required to modify or delete it. When you need to share a Splunk report with view-only access, granting only 'read' ensures team members can view the summarized error codes by frequency without being able to alter the underlying search or report settings. On the SPLK-1002 exam, this concept tests your understanding of report permissions and how they map to real-world sharing scenarios—a common trap is confusing 'read' with 'write' or assuming that sharing a report automatically grants edit rights. Remember the mnemonic: “Read to see, Write to tweak.”
This SPLK-1002 practice question tests your understanding of creating reports, dashboards and visualizations. Match the stated requirement to the specific cloud service, access model, or configuration option — many options are valid in isolation but not for this scenario. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. 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 user creates a report that summarizes error codes by frequency. They want to share it with the team so others can view but not edit. Which permission should the user set on the report?
The 'edit' permission for the team
Why wrong: Edit is not a standard permission; write is used for editing.
The 'share' permission for the team
Why wrong: Share is not a permission; sharing is a process to grant access.
The 'write' permission for the team
Why wrong: Write permission allows editing, not desired.
The 'read' permission for the team
Read permission allows viewing without editing.
Answer choices
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Correct answer & explanation
The 'read' permission for the team
The 'read' permission (Option D) is correct because it grants view-only access to the report, allowing team members to see the summarized error codes without the ability to modify or delete the report. In Splunk, permissions are managed via roles and object-level access control, where 'read' enables viewing but not editing, which aligns with the user's requirement to share the report for viewing only.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
The 'edit' permission for the team
Why it's wrong here
Edit is not a standard permission; write is used for editing.
The 'share' permission for the team
Why it's wrong here
Share is not a permission; sharing is a process to grant access.
The 'write' permission for the team
Why it's wrong here
Write permission allows editing, not desired.
The 'read' permission for the team
Why this is correct
Read permission allows viewing without editing.
Related concept
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Common exam traps
The trap here is that candidates often confuse the 'share' permission with the ability to let others view the report, but 'share' in Splunk refers to the capability to share objects with others, not the permission that controls viewing access on the object itself.
Detailed technical explanation
In Splunk, object-level permissions are configured in the 'Permissions' dialog for reports, dashboards, and other knowledge objects, using a combination of roles and specific permissions like 'read', 'write', and 'share'. The 'read' permission allows users to view the report in search results, dashboards, or via a direct link, while 'write' permission includes the ability to edit, clone, or delete the object. Understanding the distinction between object permissions (e.g., read/write) and capabilities (e.g., 'share_object' or 'schedule_search') is crucial for secure sharing in multi-user environments.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
A practitioner preparing for the SPLK-1002 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. Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option. Real exam questions reward reading the full scenario before eliminating options, because the constraint defines which answer fits.
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Creating Reports, Dashboards and Visualizations — This question tests Creating Reports, Dashboards and Visualizations — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
The correct answer is: The 'read' permission for the team — The 'read' permission (Option D) is correct because it grants view-only access to the report, allowing team members to see the summarized error codes without the ability to modify or delete the report. In Splunk, permissions are managed via roles and object-level access control, where 'read' enables viewing but not editing, which aligns with the user's requirement to share the report for viewing only.
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