A Defect (or Issue) element is a structured comment that contains information about defects and issues that relate to the system or model. This corresponds in some sense to a failure to meet defined requirements for the current system. Enterprise Architect enables you to generate and handle Issues in much the same way as you can handle requirements (see the Requirements Management topic for more information).
You can link Issues using Realization connectors to model elements that are responsible for the defect. You can even structure a hierarchy of Issues using aggregation.
Add an Issue Using the Enterprise Architect UML Toolbox
To add an Issue to the model using the Enterprise Architect UML Toolbox::
2. | From the Custom pages of the Enterprise Architect UML Toolbox, drag the Issue icon onto the diagram. |
3. | Enter the details as required. |
Add an Issue Using the Insert New Element Dialog
To add an Issue to the model using the Insert New Element dialog, follow the steps below:
1. | Right-click on a package in the Project Browser window. |
2. | Select the menu option. The New Element dialog displays.

|
3. | In the field, click on the drop-down arrow and select. |
4. | In the field, type a name for the element. |