Cloudflare_page_rule Import Does Not Set Values For All Of The Fields In Terraform State

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Introduction

Cloudflare Page Rules are a powerful tool for managing and optimizing website performance. However, when importing these rules into Terraform state, some fields may not be set correctly, leading to incorrect changes being displayed in the Terraform plan. In this article, we will explore this issue and provide a solution.

Problem Description

When using the cloudflare_page_rule resource in Terraform, the import command does not set all fields correctly. Specifically, the target and actions.minify fields are not set, even though they are present in the Terraform configuration file. This results in incorrect changes being displayed in the Terraform plan.

Terraform and Cloudflare Provider Versions

The Terraform version used in this issue is v1.9.5, and the Cloudflare provider version is 5.1.0.

Terraform Configuration File

The Terraform configuration file contains the following code:

resource "cloudflare_page_rule" "siema" {
  zone_id = cloudflare_zone.zone.id
  target  = "example.com/*"
  actions = {
    minify = {
      html = "off"
      css  = "off"
      js   = "on"
    }
  }
  status   = "active"
  priority = 1
}

Expected Output

The expected output is that Terraform import sets all details for the page rule import, and the Terraform plan shows changes correctly against the state on Cloudflare.

Actual Output

The actual output is that Terraform import sets some fields to proper values (like priority, status, or zone id) but does not set the target and actions.minify fields. This results in incorrect changes being displayed in the Terraform plan.

Steps to Reproduce

To reproduce this issue, follow these steps:

  1. Have an existing page rule.
  2. Write a code snippet similar to the one above.
  3. Run terraform import.
  4. Observe the state or try to change/add a target in the snippet and run terraform plan.

Additional Factoids

This issue is not related to the mistake of record IDs during import, as the Terraform import command does react to some changes, like the ssl attribute in actions, but it is oblivious to changes of the target.

References

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Solution

To resolve this issue, you can use the terraform import command with the -force option to force the import of all fields, including the target and actions.minify fields. This will ensure that all fields are set correctly in the Terraform state.

Alternatively, you can modify the Terraform configuration file to include all fields that need to be set, even if they are not present in the existing page rule. This will ensure that all fields are set correctly in the Terraform state.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the cloudflare_page_rule resource in Terraform has an issue with importing page rules, where some fields are not set correctly. This results in incorrect changes being displayed in the Terraform plan. To resolve this issue, you can use the terraform import command with the -force option or modify the Terraform configuration file to include all fields that need to be set.

Best Practices

To avoid this issue in the future, follow these best practices:

  • Always include all fields that need to be set in the Terraform configuration file.
  • Use the terraform import command with the -force option to force the import of all fields.
  • Verify that all fields are set correctly in the Terraform state before running the Terraform plan.

Introduction

In our previous article, we discussed the issue with importing Cloudflare Page Rules into Terraform state, where some fields are not set correctly. In this article, we will provide a Q&A section to help you better understand the issue and its solution.

Q: What is the issue with importing Cloudflare Page Rules into Terraform state?

A: The issue is that some fields, such as the target and actions.minify fields, are not set correctly when importing Cloudflare Page Rules into Terraform state. This results in incorrect changes being displayed in the Terraform plan.

Q: What are the symptoms of this issue?

A: The symptoms of this issue include:

  • Incorrect changes being displayed in the Terraform plan
  • The target and actions.minify fields not being set correctly in the Terraform state
  • The Terraform import command not setting all fields correctly

Q: What are the possible causes of this issue?

A: The possible causes of this issue include:

  • Incorrect Terraform configuration file
  • Incorrect Cloudflare provider version
  • Incorrect Terraform version

Q: How can I resolve this issue?

A: To resolve this issue, you can use the terraform import command with the -force option to force the import of all fields, including the target and actions.minify fields. Alternatively, you can modify the Terraform configuration file to include all fields that need to be set, even if they are not present in the existing page rule.

Q: What are the best practices to avoid this issue in the future?

A: To avoid this issue in the future, follow these best practices:

  • Always include all fields that need to be set in the Terraform configuration file
  • Use the terraform import command with the -force option to force the import of all fields
  • Verify that all fields are set correctly in the Terraform state before running the Terraform plan

Q: What are the possible consequences of not resolving this issue?

A: The possible consequences of not resolving this issue include:

  • Incorrect changes being applied to the Cloudflare Page Rule
  • The Terraform plan not reflecting the correct changes
  • The Terraform state not being accurate

Q: Can I use the terraform import command without the -force option?

A: Yes, you can use the terraform import command without the -force option. However, this may not resolve the issue, as the command may not set all fields correctly.

Q: Can I modify the Terraform configuration file to include all fields that need to be set?

A: Yes, you can modify the Terraform configuration file to include all fields that need to be set. This will ensure that all fields are set correctly in the Terraform state.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the issue with importing Cloudflare Page Rules into Terraform state is a common problem that can be resolved by using the terraform import command with the -force option or modifying the Terraform configuration file to include all fields that need to be set. By following the best practices outlined in this article, you can avoid this issue in the future and ensure that your Terraform configuration files are accurate and up-to-date.