How to use the Jira Align REST API to update the "startInitiationDate" of a Portfolio Epic
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Summary
It is possible to use the Epic REST API endpoint ( /align/api/2/Epics) to update the startInitiationDate field of a Portfolio Epic. this article provides the syntax to be used with the PATCH API call / method.
ℹ️ As which API client is being used to make the call is open to choice, this article does not discuss the specifics of making the call using a specific client
Environment
Jira Align
Solution
Use the below format to update "startInitiationDate" of a Portfolio Epic using the PATCH method.
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{
"op": "replace",
"path": "/startInitiationDate",
"value": "2023-10-10T13:10:31.648Z"
}ℹ️ Apply the Patch call to data from your own environment by using the ID of the Portfolio Epic being modified
⚠️ It is recommended to use a GET API call to review and take note of the current data for a specific Epic before attempting to modify it using a PATCH call
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