How can I add a default value for a mandatory field on issue creation?

[Vanessa Johnson]

Hi

Hope someone can help me!

I have made the Component field a mandatory field but I want to give it a default value when creating the issue. Is there a way to do this?

Thanks

Vanessa

[Joe Pitt · Accepted solution]

Without using a plugin the mandatory fields in the field configuration are mandatory (required) AT CREATION TIME. That means neither of these can be done.  

[Joe Pitt]

First, I presume you are using a plugin to make the fields mandatory.

1) Yes as long as you don't present them again. they should only appear on the transition screen and view screen. 

2) The workflow dictates the possible paths. The possible paths and routes to closing an issue can be many so your question can only be answered by viewing the workflow paths and any conditions enforced along the way. 

[Laura Vallejo]

I am not using any plugin. I am trying to do it just using an option in "field configurations" > actions> required/optional.

1) I have another problem with it. I need to be able to edit the fields. I have set up a screen where all the fields are shown. I don't know if there is the best option or there is a better solution to do it

2) My question is related to mandatory fields. I have 2 path to close the issue but I have added mandatory fields in both paths.