I can't create a document with the same name as one I already deleted

Question

I deleted a project becasue i was trying to figure out how to use jira, and in the process i kind of messed up the project. So I deleted it and now i want to start fresh using the same name, but it says i cant use it because t already exists altough i deleted it already.... how can i solve this?

Hans Polder_7ci2ta · Answer

@Ana Paula Lazarini ,

After deleting a project, it stays in trash for 60 days.

You can go to Jira System settings (the cogwheel in the top right) > Projects > Trash > Click on the ... icon to the right and choose 'Permanently delete'.

After the project is gone from this screen (it might take a minute), you should be able to create a project with the same name again. However, keep in mind that for your project, also an Issue Type Scheme, Issue Type Screen Scheme, Workflow, Workflow Scheme, Screen Scheme(s) and Screen(s) were created. Be sure to clean those up as well in the system settings to be sure to get a clean start.