Clone Subtasks to a Different Parent Work Item

Cloning subtasks can be a bit tricky, since subtasks must always belong to a parent work item. Additionally, the parent work item must reside in the same space (project) as its subtasks.

However, it is possible, and sometimes useful, to clone a set of subtasks without their original parent and assign them to a different parent during the cloning process.

Here’s how to do it:

1. Filter the Subtasks

   • Go to Filters > Search Work Items and filter for the subtasks you want to clone.

2. Select the Target Space (Project)

   • Choose a specific space from the dropdown.

   • Do not select “Same as original” (this option doesn’t work when cloning subtasks only).

   • If you want to clone into the same space, simply select it explicitly.

3. Choose the Correct Work Type

   • Select “Subtask” (or the specific subtask work type you want).

   • Again, do not choose “Same as original”, as it won’t work here.

4. Enter the New Parent Work Item

   • A “Parent work item” field will appear.

   • Enter the work item key of the desired new parent.

5. Configure and Clone

   • Adjust any additional clone settings as needed.

   • Start the cloning process.