This article explains how to create sub-tasks based on the components selected and assign them to the respective component leads by using Create on Transition app.
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In a Jira instance: Consider a Component with values, Jira and Confluence with users test and user1 as leads for the components respectively in a specific project.
- Add a post-function to the intended transition to create a sub-task.
To add a post-function, navigate to Cogwheel > Issues > Workflows > select the workflow of the project and edit the same. - Select Create Sub-task post function as shown below.
- Select the Detailed Fields tab and select the Assignee field as %function_componentLead(%original_project%, %entry%)%.
By giving the mentioned value in the Assignee field, it assigns the sub-tasks to the respective component leads. - Select the Conditions & Configuration tab and add %original_components% to Create multiple issues field, so that subtasks are created based on the number of components selected.
- Click Update to save the settings. Verify the condition.
- Publish the workflow draft.
- Perform the transition Awaiting implementation as shown. You will notice that issues are created based on the condition and will get assigned to the respective component leads.
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It is recommended to try the solution provided in a non-production environment and ensure everything is working as expected, before trying in a production environment. |
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