[OPEN] Error when trying to cross-list section by searching for course name

Canvas

Engineers are currently investigating the issue.

Description

  • When cross-listing a section using the Search for Course field, entering the name of the destination course gives a "Not a valid course name" error.

Expected Behavior

  • The course name search should work when cross-listing sections.

Workaround

No workaround exists at this time.

Steps to Reproduce

  1. Create 2 courses.

  2. In course 2, create a section.

  3. In the section, select "Cross-List this Section", and in the "Search for Course" field, enter the name of course 1. Then click the "Cross-List This Section" button and notice the error.

Additional Info

EGG-850

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