When you create an exception in the Web console, Secure Configuration Manager reviews all current exceptions for the same policy template / endpoint combination. If a similar exception exists, the Web console prompts you to decide whether you want to continue with the new exception or edit the existing one.
For example, you’re creating an exception for BANK_LONDON_1 server based on the Automatic administrative logon security check in the NetIQ SOX/CobiT 4.1 for Windows Server policy template. The Web console informs you that a similar or duplicate exception exists for the endpoint and policy template combination. Secure Configuration Manager recommends that you add the Automatic administrative logon security check to the existing exception.
For more information about handling duplicate or similar exceptions, see “Excluding Data from Report Results” in the User's Guide for NetIQ Secure Configuration Manager.