Compare due date field before and after the change

[Alex Shirokov]

Hello,

I have a due date (custom field). When an issue is created the user enters the due date. 

I need to develop an automation rule that analyzes the changes in the due date field and action appropriately. 

If a user changes the due date field and this date is later than the previous (original) date then the action takes place. 

How can I write this condition? 

Many thanks in advance! 

[John Funk · Accepted solution]

Hi Alex,

You should be able to do this with a Diff function in an automation rule if I am understanding you correctly. 

I am using the Activation Date in my example below to mimic your custom field, but change that value to whatever the name of your field. 

Then use an Advanced Compare Condition. 

[Alex Shirokov]

Thank you! That is a great approach! 

[John Funk]

Great! I hope that helps!