How can I set a field to be read-only after a value has been entered?

Question

in jira data center how can I set a date picker field to be read-only after a value has been entered?

Dave Mathijs · Answer

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Thorsten Letschert _Decadis AG_ · Answer

Hey Hermann.B@eppendorf.de

While I'd probably go for @Dave Mathijs's suggestion when using built-in features only, if you're using a workflow app (or are considering using one - see https://marketplace.atlassian.com/search?query=workflow), there might be an even more elegant way by:

* Removing the date picker field from the Edit screen
* Adding it to a dedicated screen to be used in a transition
* Add a global reflexive transition (from any status to itself) using the aforementioned screen as transition screen
* Add a condition to this transition to only be available if the date picker field is empty

Regards,
Thorsten

Staffan Redelius · Answer

Hi Hermann.B@eppendorf.de

You can do this by creating different screens for different actions (create/edit/view). Remove the field from the create and Edit screen and create a separate screen that you use in transitions where the field can be set.

Let me know if you need more assistance in resolving this

Best regards,
/Staffan