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A known error is a problem that has been analysed but not resolved1. This means that the root cause of the problem has been identified, but a permanent solution has not been implemented yet2. A known error can be recorded in a known error database (KEDB) and linked to related incidents and problems3. References: ITIL Foundation - ITIL 4 Edition, page 15; ITIL® 4 – A Pocket Guide, page 35; ITIL® 4 Practice Guide: Problem Management, page 8.

The purpose of the improve value chain activity is to ensure continual improvement of products, services, and practices across all value chain activities and the four dimensions of service management.

Problem Control. Problem control activities include problem analysis and documenting workarounds and known errors.

Just like incidents, problems will be prioritized based on the risk they pose in terms of probability and impact to services. Focus should be given to problems that have highest risk to services and service management.

A user is a person who uses services on a day-to-day basis. Users are distinct from customers, as some customers do not use the service directly1. Users are one of the key stakeholders in service management2. References: ITIL Foundation - ITIL 4 Edition, page 5; ITIL® 4 – A Pocket Guide, page 18.