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Activity - Reassign Bug

Activity Information

Reassign Bug

Description

Bugs need to be reassigned when there is insufficient information, lack of knowledge by the developer about the bug area, or because of workload leveling. When a bug is reassigned, add descriptions as to why this bug is being reassigned.

Roles

ResponsibleDeveloper

Attributes

Element Categories[CMMI Track 3] Build, [CMMI Track 4] Stabilize, [CMMI Cycle 6] As Needed
GuidanceHow to: Reassign a Bug
Entry Criteria

The bug is assigned:
The bug is assigned.

The bug entry for defect description is available:
The bug entry for defect description is available.

Exit Criteria

The bug is reassigned with an updated owner:
The bug is reassigned with an updated owner.

Is RequiredYes

Steps

  1. Modify Bug Description:

    Enter the reason for the reassignment in the conversation field on the bug tracking form.

    Provide information to help the next developer examine the bug.
  2. Update Owner:

    Update the owner information with the appropriate developer.

Inputs and Outputs

WorkProductInputOutputAllowable States
BugActive

Predecessors

TypeNameDependency Type
Locate Cause of BugFinish-Start

Last modified at 12/19/2007 10:37 AM  by Administrator