JIRA does not send notifications for Custom Events

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Problem

You have created a Custom Event and also configured the workflow/Notification Scheme to send notifications for this custom event. However, no notification is being sent.

Cause

There isn't any template selected for this Custom Event. Without a template, JIRA won't be able to send out notifications for it

Resolution

Select a template for this Custom Event

  • Navigate to the Events page

  • Locate your custom event

  • Click on Edit

  • Select a template to be used for this event

Updated on April 8, 2025

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