Technote (FAQ)
Question
How can a source code delivery be rolled back when using IBM Rational Team Concert (RTC)?
Cause
There are many reasons that require this type of activity which include bad code loaded to the Repository work space or an incorrect delivery option having been selected.
Answer
The answer below is executed using the RTC Eclipse Client.
Using the pending changes view, or the Project Explorer view, you can see a limited history of the file you have a concern with.
From the Project Explorer view:
- Select a file
- Right click to open the context menu
- Navigate to the Team -> Show History
The history view for the file will open
- In this view, select the element you would like to review
- Right click, to open the context menu
- Select the Reverse option in the menu
This will place a new set of elements in the Pending Changes view
- In the Pending Changes view, select the file:
- Right click to open the context menu
- Select Merge into Workspace.
- Right click to open the context menu
This action will allow the user to make changes that can roll back the changes that required attention.
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