Completing a repeating task without an initial due date does not set the next due date

[kzssc]

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Description

When completing a task that has a repeat interval configured (e.g. repeat every week/month) but no initial due date set, the next recurrence does not properly calculate or assign a due date.

Steps to Reproduce

1. Create a task without setting an initial due date.
2. Configure a repeat interval (e.g., repeat every 1 week).
3. Mark the task as completed.
4. Observe the newly created / updated recurring task.

Expected Behavior

The next recurrence should have its due date calculated and set relative to the completion timestamp (e.g., completion_date + interval), or according to the configured repeat mode.

Actual Behavior

The due date remains empty/unset, so the recurring task does not appear in upcoming filters, calendar views, or scheduled reminders.

Vikunja Version

v2.5.0

Browser and version

N/A (Backend / Frontend behavior)

Can you reproduce the bug on the Vikunja demo site?

Yes

[kolaente]

What you're describing is not a bug. You need to set a due date to have it applied when marking a recurring date done.

[kzssc]

What you're describing is not a bug. You need to set a due date to have it applied when marking a recurring date done.

That's right. Might you consider this as a feature? :D