What role permissions are necessary to create reports in ServiceNow?

To create reports in ServiceNow, having the report_admin role is essential. This role is specifically designed to equip users with the necessary permissions to create, modify, and manage reports effectively. Users with this role can access reporting features and tools that are not available to those with more limited roles, allowing them to leverage ServiceNow's reporting capabilities to its fullest.

The report_admin role encompasses functionalities that standard users and those with more basic roles do not possess. For instance, while admins have a broader range of permissions across the platform, the report_admin role is tailored to focus on reporting needs without granting unnecessary access to all system configurations or data that the admin role might cover.

In contrast, roles such as editor or viewer do not provide the capabilities needed to create and manage reports. Editors may be able to modify existing content, but they lack the comprehensive permissions required to initiate new reports. Viewers, on the other hand, are limited to accessing reports rather than generating them, making the report_admin role the clear choice for report creation.