JQL query to exactly match issue key

I have noticed that the following JQL query:

`key = ABC-123`

will return issue `BAC-123` if there is no ABC-project but a BAC-project does exist.

What query should I use if I only want exact matches for the issue key?

Thanks in advance!

Axel

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Hi @Axel

In the space has a previous space key FMS been used and this has been altered to FSM?

Check on the space settings for previous keys. This key will be retained in the backed DB (last 3 ones).

So on searching using the old Space key, this will be auto-translated to the new key.

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Wow you're absolutely right, this is the explanation!

Thank you!

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Hey @Axel

What you described, it could only work if you are using your filter like this:

It filters similar work items keys based on your text.

But if you are choosing this:

It only filters exact issue (If it exists or if you have permission to see).

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Thank you for your response. You would think that it works like that, but that is not the case for me. Hope the attached screenshot better illustrates my problem:

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