Within the Mantis Bug Tracker system, a project identifier (ID) serves as a unique label for each distinct project being tracked. Modifying this identifier directly within the application’s user interface is generally not a supported function. Altering the project ID typically necessitates direct interaction with the underlying database. For example, if a project was initially designated with an ID of ‘123’ and needs to be updated, a database query is required to achieve this change.
The desire to modify a project identifier may arise from various scenarios, including project restructuring, organizational changes, or data migration. While changing the ID can provide organizational benefits, it also carries significant risk. Incorrectly altering the database can lead to data corruption, loss of integrity, or application malfunction. Historically, these modifications were only performed by administrators with extensive database experience and with thorough backups in place to mitigate potential data loss.
