Inconsistent Recording of Backlinks in DOORS Next Generation (DNG) Audit History in GC enabled projects.

CM Enabled Projects with Global Configurations

In a CM enabled project that uses Global Configurations:

• Backlinks are not created or stored in DNG. Instead, these links are managed and stored in LDX.
• Consequently, the creation/deletion/modification of such links does not update the audit history of the DNG artifact.
• Users cannot see the backlink creation/deletion in the artifact's audit history.

This inconsistency creates a gap in traceability and auditability.

Example:

• In a non-CM enabled project, if a user links an EWM work item to a DNG artifact, the DNG artifact's audit history will reflect the backlink creation.
• In a CM enabled project, performing the same operation results in no audit history entry in DNG for the artifact, even though the link exists and can be resolved through LDX.

Expectation:

Backlink creation/deletion should be consistently recorded in the audit history of DNG artifacts, regardless of whether the project is CM enabled or not. Users should be able to trace and audit the creation of backlinks directly within DNG artifact history to ensure uniformity, consistency, improve traceability and maintain the integrity of the audit history across all types of DNG projects.

Current Limitation:

Currently, it is not possible to check the other end of the link in the artifact history, making it difficult to track the relationships between artifacts across projects.

Recommended Solution:

Update the DNG audit history mechanism to consistently record backlinks, regardless of project configuration (CM or non-CM enabled). This would provide a comprehensive and accurate history of all changes and relationships between artifacts.