---
title: "Common Mistakes to Avoid in Xray: Tests without Executions"
canonical: "https://docs.getxray.app/space/ProductKB/46269303/Common%20Mistakes%20to%20Avoid%20in%20Xray%3A%20Tests%20without%20Executions"
format: markdown
---
This article aims to explain some Xray Anti-patterns  that can lead to future constrains or even data integrity issues. Please use this information carefully and taking in consideration your own setup and team processes. Anti-Pattern Description Tests without  executions  (i.e.,  Test Runs ) are Test cases that are created but never executed and this can result in misleading Test Coverage and lesser quality of the product. Solution An effective solution for this relies on improved reporting, end-user education and possibly embracing automation in case the current solution does not have one. Reporting You should look for a clear view for managing this anti-pattern, the options are through  Xray’s  Requirement Traceability Matrix   (Document Generator Template Report) or the  Traceability Report . For a more tailored approach such as for a Project Lead, we recommend the usage of saved filters in a dashboard. Such as using the JQL below with Jira's Filter Results Gadget. In case you use Xray Data Center, the JQL option is:  issue in testsWithoutTestExecution() and createdDate < -7d Xray   Cloud   users   can   currently   obtain   information   about  this  anti-pattern   using   the   Xray  Document   Generator . Snippet code: &{for issues}
#{if (%{'${IssueTypeName}'.equals('Test')})}
#{if (%{'${TestExecutionsCount}'.equals('0')})}
Test without Test Executions Key - ${Key}
#{end}
#{end}
&{end} Audit and Review Assure that within your meetings or governance there's a process for Test execution assignment as that helps increase accountability for any Test to be executed as planned. Learn More Revisit our Documentation on Test Runs and take advantage of all Xray Features. Test Runs on Xray DC Test Runs on Xray Cloud Xray Academy The Xray  Academy  offers   Xray Essentials for Cloud  &  Xray Essentials for Data Center   Course to help you get familiarized on how to schedule and execute a Test. Figure 1 - Xray Academy Figure 1 - Xray Academy We encourage your team to go through all the  Xray Academy  courses. If you have questions or technical issues, please  contact the Support team via the Customer Portal (Jira service management)  or  send us a message using the in-app chat .