Automatic movement of dependent tasks on timeline

[Anne]

Is there an option to make dependent (blocked) tasks move on the timeline, if i move a task that blocks it?

For example: A blocks B. A is moved on the timeline by two weeks. So B should move on the timeline by two weeks, too.

[John Funk · Accepted solution]

Hi Anne-Sophie - Welcome to the Atlassian Community!

No, I don't think the dependent linked task will also move because it is not assumed that the timing is the same, just that they are dependent. But you might could do this with automation - changing the Start Date (or Due Date) of one issue if the linked issue Due Date changes. 

[Raimund Antonitsch]

Hello @John Funk 

Thanks for this idea. How to implement this kind of automation. Sorry, but I'm new to JIRA automation. Thanks in advance

[John Funk]

Hi Raimund - Welcome to the Atlassian Community!

It's better to open a new question, then more people can help with it. 

[TomT]

Hi Raimund,

I am looking to the same as you. Have you found out how to make this automation?

[Amy Cheong]

Hi everyone and @Anne-Sophie Riemer-Harms 

I am reaching out to invite you to participate in an interview regarding the Jira timeline view feature. I would like to further understand your needs around moving dependent tasks on timeline.

The interview will take approximately 60mins and can be scheduled at your convenience. If you are interested in participating, please schedule a time with me via this link with your availability.

Thank you for considering this opportunity to share your thoughts!

Best regards,
Amy Cheong
Senior Product Manager, Atlassian [Linkedin]

[Johannes Keppler]

Hi,

i was struggeling with that issue for a long time too, until I accidentially found out this:

When you link your tasks use "has to be done before/after" instead of "blocks/is blocked". When you move the tasks on the timeline afterwards, the following tasks will move accordingly.

It would be great, if atlassian lets the user choose the default connection of the tasks, when connecting them graphically with the line in advanced roadmaps.

hope I could help,

Johannes