How to restrict a workflow transition only for the creator of that jira issue?

Question

I want to restrict a particular transition between 2 status only for the creator of the issue, but should be available for the rest of the users.

I tried adding a "Add Field" condition, but I don't know what to include in the value and comparison type. Is there any other way to implement this kind of feature?

Walter Buggenhout · Answer

Hi @Bhanu Chandu Makineni,

There is no built-in function to reverse that condition. I would check if there is no way how you can turn your use case into a positive (e.g. allow the transition to be executed by (a) certain project role(s)).

If that's not possible, you may want to revert to marketplace apps that allow you to define a scripted condition/validator, like mentioned in this related thread.

Bhanu Chandu Makineni · Answer

Hi @Walter Buggenhout .

It is actually the opposite of what I am asking.

I want to restrict the transition only for the reporter/creator

Walter Buggenhout · Answer

Hi @Bhanu Chandu Makineni and welcome to the Community!

You can use the Only reporter condition for this purpose.

Hope this helps!