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# How to Create Service Logs (Repairs & Maintenance)
**Overview**
Service Logs allow you to record every maintenance event in an asset's lifecycle. whether a laptop is sent out for a screen replacement or a printer undergoes routine servicing, you can log the description, cost, dates, and vendor involved. This is critical for calculating the total cost of ownership and tracking warranty utilization.
#### **Step-by-Step Guide**
**1. Navigate to the Asset**
Access the specific item you need to service.
* From the Inventory > Assets list, click on the name of the asset (e.g., `BOOLLAP1`).
**2. Access the Service Log Tab**
* On the asset details page, click on the Service Logs tab (1) in the top navigation bar.
* Click the Create Service Log button (2) on the right side.
**3. Enter Service Details**
In the "Asset Service Log" window, document the maintenance event.
* Service Type: Select the category (e.g., `Repair`, `Maintenance`).
* Status: Update the current status (e.g., `Sent To Service Provider`).
* Dates: Log the Expected Completion and Completed Date to track turnaround time.
* Description: Enter a clear summary of the issue (e.g., "Add the new HDD").
* Provider & Warranty:
* Enter the Tracking Number if shipped.
* Check Is Warranty Covered if applicable.
* Select the Service Provider (e.g., `Lenovo`) from your partner list.
* Click Save to record the entry.
