delete_object
Permanently remove objects from the Task Trellis hierarchy. Use this tool with caution as deletions are irreversible and impact related objects. Validate dependencies or use 'force=true' for administrative cleanup.
Instructions
Deletes an object from the task trellis system
Use this tool to permanently remove objects from the task hierarchy. Exercise caution as deletion affects related objects and cannot be easily undone.
Safety considerations:
Standard deletion validates relationships and prevents deletion of objects with dependencies
Objects with children or that serve as prerequisites for other objects may be protected
Use 'force=true' to bypass safety checks for administrative cleanup
Consider updating status to 'cancelled' instead of deletion for audit trail preservation
Deletion impacts:
Removes object and all associated metadata permanently
Updates parent-child relationships by removing deleted object from parent's children list
Other objects referencing this as a prerequisite may become invalid
Historical references in logs and activity trails are preserved but point to non-existent object
Best practices:
Verify object has no active dependencies before deletion
Use list/get tools to understand relationships before deletion
Prefer status updates to 'cancelled' over deletion for important work items
Use force deletion only for cleanup of test data or administrative maintenance
This operation is irreversible - ensure you have the correct object ID before proceeding.
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| force | No | Force delete flag (defaults to false) | |
| id | Yes | ID of the object to delete |