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Anomaly Policy Details

Summary​

The Anomaly Detection Policy page displays anomalies identified when cost or usage metrics exceed the configured threshold relative to baseline values during the defined evaluation period.

What you can do​

  • Details: View the evaluation period, threshold, filters, and other general information about the policy.

  • Chart: Get a visual representation, showing how values change day by day.

  • Detected Anomalies History Table: See when each anomaly was detected, how it developed, and how actual values compared to expected ones.

Actions​

  • Manage Policies: Edit the name, permanently remove the anomaly detection policy.

  • Categorize by: Group and visualize data by criteria like Service, Region, Resource Type, etc.

  • Configure the Chart: Toggle weekend highlighting and legend visibility on or off.

  • List of Resources: Click "SHOW RESOURCES" to view a detailed list of individual resources contributing to the policy.

  • Tooltip: Hover over a chart or graph in the table to view a tooltip with detailed information.

  • Anomaly Resources: Click the icon in the "Actions" column of the table to view detailed information about the resources involved in the detected anomaly.

Tips​

  • Investigate Drop Causes: Review logs and activity to confirm if the cost reduction was planned.

  • Validate Billing and Resource Usage: Ensure there were no discrepancies in service usage or billing during the anomaly.

  • Review Policy Thresholds: If frequent false positives occur, consider adjusting the threshold or evaluation period.