Could the property be allowed to add defect to the role template? There may be cases where the person assigned as Author should not open the defect. As an example, the Author can only fix the defect ...
I don't believe we will be adding an option to prevent an author from creating a defect. Currently, Authors can create defects and if for some reason another participant disagrees with the Authors assesment, that user could delete the defect. Our view is thatwhen in doubt, create a defect. It can always be discussed and removed.