Yes - this is precisely where it should be added.
Reason is -- we write to this directory because we set it as the home directory for the novajoin user -- which we create in the spec file.
So, its incumbent on us to create that directory in the spec file as well.
Since the problem described in this bug report should be
resolved in a recent advisory, it has been closed with a
resolution of ERRATA.
For information on the advisory, and where to find the updated
files, follow the link below.
If the solution does not work for you, open a new bug report.
https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2019:1728