How to install a specific version of the Jira Cloud Migration Assistant
Platform Notice: Cloud and Data Center - This article applies equally to both cloud and data center platforms.
Support for Server* products ended on February 15th 2024. If you are running a Server product, you can visit the Atlassian Server end of support announcement to review your migration options.
*Except Fisheye and Crucible
Summary
When running the Jira Cloud Migration Assistant (JCMA) to migrate from Server to Cloud, sometimes you need to install a specific version of the addon, or Atlassian Support is asking you to downgrade the JCMA version.
Environment
This message applies to Jira Cloud Migration Assistant (JCMA).
From Server to Cloud
Solution
Uninstall the current version of Jira Cloud Migration Assistant.
Navigate to ${JIRA_URL}/secure/admin/jira/views/SiteDarkFeatures!default.jspa
Add the following dark feature:
1com.atlassian.jira.migration.skip.app.outdated.checkDownload the Jar file for the version you want to install by browsing to JCMA Version History.
Navigate to General Configuration > Manage apps.
Choose Upload app.
Locate the file then click Upload.
Wait for it to finish installing, and that's it.
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