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Override an on-call

On-call overrides assign temporary coverage for a shift without changing the underlying schedule.

On-call overrides on Spike

Overrides are one-time, non-recurring adjustments. Use them when someone needs short-term coverage without altering the schedule itself.

Adding an override

From your on-call schedule, press O or click Override. Add the team member's name, start and end time, and an optional comment for context. Save to apply.

There are two ways to use overrides:

The override replaces a specific member's on-call time. In the example below, Chen Taylor covers Maya Khan's shift from June 18th, 2026 (9:00 AM) to June 19, 2026 (9:00 AM).

Override covering a specific user's shift

The override takes over all on-call responsibilities for the selected time window. In the example below, James covers everyone's shifts from June 22nd, 2026 (9:00 AM) to June 29th, 2026 (9:00 AM).

Override covering everyone's shifts

FAQs

Can I add multiple overrides for the same time period?

Yes. If overrides overlap, the most recently added override takes precedence.

Can I override the schedule for multiple team members at once?

No. Each override covers one user. Add separate overrides for each member you want to cover.

Are notifications sent when an override is added or removed?

Yes. Team members involved in the override receive notifications about the change.

Who can add or remove overrides?

Anyone without a Viewer role can add and delete overrides. This permission is fixed and cannot be customized.

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