Dates changed unexpectedly on a timeline
Understand why dates can move after edits, sync, or dependency changes.
Outcome
Identify the cause of unexpected timeline date changes.
Applies to
Workspace members maintaining schedules.
Before you start
Unexpected date movement is usually tied to manual edits, dependency updates, or synced source data.
Steps
- Check recent timeline edits.
- Review dependencies connected to the moved issue.
- Check whether synced dates changed in Linear.
- Look for comments that explain a planning decision.
- Adjust the date and dependency model if the movement does not reflect the real plan.
What happens next
When a date change affects stakeholders, leave a timeline comment or review reply explaining the decision.