How can I automatically unassign a user based on the current user?

David Utteridge

When raising a defect, the workflow we use automatically assigns the defect to me upon creation.

However, when I am the person raising the issue, I would like the assignee field to be cleared (so, essentially, to unassign me).

Is it possible to unassign an issue if the reporter = the current assignee on creation?

Dennis S_

Hi @David Utteridge,

 

you can use a groovy script post function in the transition "Create" of your workflow. If you are the reporter, the assignee field will automatically be cleared by the transition. 

How to implement such a solution for your problem is described here: 

https://community.atlassian.com/t5/Jira-questions/clear-or-set-Assignee-to-null-if-Reporter-Assignee/qaq-p/32242

 

Best regards

Dennis