'Source GenericValue can not be null' while creating sub-task

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*Except Fisheye and Crucible

Symptoms

Creating sub-task errors out with the message: Error creating issue: Source GenericValue can not be null. See the screenshot:

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Cause

This error is caused by a misconfiguration of a postfunction introduced by the third-part plugin JIRA workflow toolbox.

Resolution

  • Change the postfunction order to after the create issue;

  • Or, remove the postfunction;

  • Or, contact the plugin vendor to further assistance.

Updated on April 8, 2025

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