Defect Management Troubleshooting Guide

Cannot Create Defects

Problem: Unable to create new defects.

Solutions:

  1. Required Fields

    • Ensure title and description fields are filled
    • Check that all required custom fields are completed
  2. Permissions

    • Verify you have permission to create defects in the project
    • Contact your project administrator if needed
  3. Form Validation

    • Check for validation errors in the form
    • Ensure all field requirements are met

Defects Not Linking to Test Cases

Problem: Cannot link defects to test cases or links not working.

Solutions:

  1. Test Case Availability

    • Verify the test case exists and is accessible
    • Check if you have permission to view the test case
  2. Link Creation

    • Ensure you’re using the correct linking method
    • Try creating the link from the defect page or test case page
  3. Refresh

    • Refresh the page to see updated links
    • Links may take a moment to appear

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