How can I assign a user as a stakeholder instead of a custom field option?

[Chad Bartusick]

When trying to add a user as a stake holder I get presented with a list of predefined options that are set in custom fields. I do not see a way to add user or a search feature inside of that pane.

I have used Jira previously and I was able to do all of this so im confused what I am missing. 

[Piotr Zadrożny _Eyzee_]

Hi @Chad Bartusick Welcome to Atlassian Community!

Verify if custom field Stakeholder is in proper type: User picker (multiple or single user):

You probably use predefined "Select list" type of custom field for Stakeholder right now.

Best regards,

Piotr

[Piotr Zadrożny _Eyzee_]

Oh and I forgot - you can verify it on Admin settings -> Issues -> Custom fields