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QTM4J: Unlink Test Cases from Requirement

qtm4j_unlink_test_cases_from_requirement

Unlink test cases from a Jira requirement using test case keys or filter criteria. Clean up traceability links and manage requirement coverage.

Instructions

Unlink test cases from a Jira requirement in QTM4J by test case keys or filter criteria. Test case keys are resolved to internal IDs automatically.

Toolset: Requirements

Parameters:

  • requirementKey (string) required: Jira requirement key (e.g., 'SCRUM-1'). Resolved to the internal Jira issue ID automatically.

  • testCaseKeys (array): Test case keys to unlink (e.g., ['SCRUM-TC-1', 'SCRUM-TC-2']). Resolved to internal IDs and latest versions automatically. Provide this OR filter — not both.

  • filter (object): Filter criteria to select test cases to unlink. Use instead of testCaseKeys when selecting by criteria. projectId is auto-filled from the active project context.

Output Description: Confirmation with the requirement key and unlinked: true. Warnings included if any test cases could not be resolved or unlinked.

Use Cases: 1. Remove specific test cases from a Jira requirement 2. Unlink test cases matching a filter from a requirement 3. Clean up stale or incorrect test case links on a requirement 4. Remove traceability links as part of sprint cleanup

Examples:

  1. Unlink specific test cases by key

{
  "requirementKey": "SCRUM-1",
  "testCaseKeys": [
    "SCRUM-TC-10",
    "SCRUM-TC-11"
  ]
}

Expected Output: Test cases unlinked from requirement SCRUM-1

  1. Unlink test cases matching a filter

{
  "requirementKey": "SCRUM-1",
  "filter": {
    "status": [
      "Done"
    ],
    "labels": [
      "Deprecated"
    ]
  }
}

Expected Output: Filtered test cases unlinked from requirement

Hints: 1. PREREQUISITE: set_project_context must be called before this tool. NEVER auto-select a project. 2. REQUIREMENT KEY FORMAT: '{PROJECT_KEY}-{number}' — e.g. 'SCRUM-1'. 3. TEST CASE KEY FORMAT: '{PROJECT_KEY}-TC-{number}' — e.g. 'SCRUM-TC-145'. 4. Provide either testCaseKeys or filter — not both. 5. projectId in filter is auto-filled from the active project context — do not set it manually. 6. filter.excludeTestCases can be used to exclude specific test cases when using filter-based unlinking. 7. If a test case key cannot be resolved, it is reported in warnings and other test cases are still unlinked.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
filterNoFilter criteria to select test cases to unlink. Use instead of testCaseKeys when selecting by criteria. projectId is auto-filled from the active project context.
testCaseKeysNoTest case keys to unlink (e.g., ['SCRUM-TC-1', 'SCRUM-TC-2']). Resolved to internal IDs and latest versions automatically. Provide this OR filter — not both.
requirementKeyYesJira requirement key (e.g., 'SCRUM-1'). Resolved to the internal Jira issue ID automatically.

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
linkedNo
unlinkedNo
requirementKeyYes
Behavior4/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

Annotations (readOnlyHint=false, destructiveHint=false) align with mutation behavior. Description adds context: automatic ID resolution, warnings for unresolvable keys, auto-fill of projectId. No contradictions.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness4/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

Well-structured with sections: intro, parameters, output, use cases, examples, hints. Front-loaded purpose. Slightly long but each section adds value; no redundant content.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness5/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given complexity (nested filter, 3 params), description covers prerequisites, edge cases, output, and examples. Output schema exists, so return value explanation is sufficient.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema coverage is 100% with descriptions. Description adds value beyond schema: resolution behavior, mutual exclusivity, auto-fill of projectId. Provides 'Hints' for key formats and usage.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose5/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

Title and first sentence clearly state action: 'Unlink test cases from a Jira requirement in QTM4J by test case keys or filter criteria.' Specific verb+resource distinguishes from sibling tools like link or unlink requirements.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines4/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

Use Cases section lists four relevant scenarios. Hints include prerequisite (set_project_context) and mutual exclusivity of testCaseKeys and filter. No explicit 'when not to use' but guidance is adequate.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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