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Published On Jun 15, 2026 - 12:54 PM

Actions

Explore supported Container Cluster Management Actions to enable effective cluster resource management.

Overview

The Actions feature in Container Cluster Management is a central hub for managing resources within your Kubernetes clusters. It enables the creation, deletion and monitoring of cluster components through a user interface that allows direct interaction with cluster resources. Through the Actions interface, you can perform tasks such as the following:
  • Creating and deleting resources like namespaces, workloads and other Kubernetes objects.
  • Tracking the history of actions taken, which aids in auditing and understanding changes over time.

Prerequisites:

  • Specific Role Alignment
    : For feature access, ensure your role matches one of the predefined roles: Admin, Editor or Operator can create actions, but only Admins can delete them.
  • MCAS Service Engagement
    : Your tenant should have the MCAS service integrated to ensure a functional and streamlined user experience.
  • Action history permission
    : You must have
    Action
    or
    Viewer
    permission to view the history of actions performed on a cluster.
Currently, actions for AWS, Azure and Google Cloud in Container Cluster Management are available through a feature flag, which enables or disables specific functionality during runtime. Support is presently limited to clusters under these providers.

Cluster Details page

Details about specific clusters are available on the cluster details page. The details page is available from the cluster list table at the bottom of the dashboard. To see details about a specific cluster, click the overflow menu associated with the cluster of interest. The overflow menu is represented as a vertical ellipsis located at the far right of the row containing the cluster of interest.
The service responds by displaying a
View Details
dialog. Click the dialog to navigate to the cluster details page for that cluster.
Create resources
The
Create resources
section allows users to create namespaces and resources in any cluster. It contains two tabs:
Create from Input:
  • Text editor
    : You can enter YAML text directly. Ensure you maintain the proper format; otherwise, the
    Create
    button will be disabled, with validation errors or suggestions indicated within the editor.
  • Action Status
    : After you press the
    Create
    button, you can visit the
    Action history
    page to monitor the status of your request, which indicates
    In
    Progress
    ,
    Success
    or
    Failed
    .
  • Cancellation
    : To cancel or discard your input, select
    Cancel
    to clear the data.
YAML examples:
Namespace
apiVersion: v1 kind: Namespace metadata: name: actions
Create from File
  • File Upload
    : This tab facilitates the upload of a YAML file. You can upload it traditionally or use the drag-and-drop feature in the designated area to create the resource.
Actions History
: In the
Actions History
tab, you can find a detailed record of all the actions taken in your project. This feature facilitates systematic management of your operations through the utilization of two distinct filters:
  • By action type
    : This filter allows you to sort actions by type, providing a streamlined way to locate specific actions you wish to review.
  • By Status
    : Use this filter to sort actions by status:
    In Progress
    ,
    Failed
     or
    Succeeded
    .
    It offers a quick way to assess the current state of actions and track the progress of your initiatives.
The
Action history
tab presents every item and offers a deep dive into the specifics of each action undertaken, providing you with the following data:
  • Status
    : Here, you can quickly discern the state of an individual action, categorized as
    Failed
    ,
    In-progress
    or
    Successful
    . If an action is in progress, the
    Refresh
    button emerges, allowing you to update the status manually and stay abreast of the latest developments.
  • Timelapsed
    : This section outlines the time elapsed since the initiation of the action, presenting both the duration and the exact date, helping in tracking the timely progression of tasks.
  • Performed by
    : Understand who initiated the action with the visible name and email information. The selectable email address facilitates copying to your clipboard, encouraging seamless communication and follow-ups.
  • Type
    : Identify the nature of the action quickly through this indicator, assisting you in categorizing and finding specific actions.
  • Duration
    : Gain insights into how long an action took to complete, which aids in evaluating the efficiency of different processes.
  • Action ID
    : Every action has a unique ID for precise tracking and reference. Use the adjacent button to copy this ID to your clipboard for future reference.
  • View more
    : Delve deeper into the nuances of each action by clicking this option. It unveils a detailed view, portraying reasons for any failures, relevant parameters in a structured table, and, in the case of successful completions, the exact YAML text utilized to craft the resource.
Pagination
: In the
Action history
tab, you can control the number of items displayed on each page through the
Items per page
option. You can select a viewing option of 10, 20, 30, 40 or 50 items per page to suit your preferences, enhancing navigation and efficiency. Adjusting the number of visible items allows you to avoid extended scrolling and locate necessary information more quickly.
Delete namespaces
: While on the Namespaces page, you can manage your namespaces more efficiently by selecting multiple namespaces to delete in one action. Here is how you can do it:
  • Navigate to the Namespaces page and identify the namespaces you want to remove. You can select them individually or use the multi-select option for a batch selection.
  • After pinpointing the namespaces, proceed to click the
    Delete
    button. A confirmation pop-up window will emerge to ensure the deliberate execution of the action. It is a safety measure to prevent unintended deletions.
This action is irreversible; the namespaces cannot be retrieved once deleted. Please proceed with caution.
Delete Workload
: In the platform, the
Workloads
tab allows you to manage various components, including pods, deployments, replica sets, stateful sets, daemon sets, jobs and cron jobs. Efficiently manage and delete these elements to maintain an organized environment. To delete a workload, follow these steps:
  1. Navigate to the
    Workloads
    tab to view and manage the listed components.
  2. Browse through and identify the specific workloads you wish to delete. You can select them individually or use the multi-select feature for batch selection.
  3. Once you choose the desired workloads, click the
    Delete
    button. A confirmation pop-up window appears to ensure the deliberate execution of the action. It is a safety measure to prevent unintended deletions.
This deletion action is permanent and irreversible. Once a workload is removed, it cannot be retrieved. Always double-check your selections and proceed with caution to prevent unintended deletions.
Delete Resources
: The Delete Resources feature in Kyndryl’s platform streamlines your resource management process. With this tool, you can manage your workspace by removing unused or redundant resources. You enhance performance, reduce potential conflicts, and ensure a cleaner work environment by efficiently managing resources. To delete resources, follow these steps:
  1. Select the specific side panel menu item, for example, Services, to navigate to your resource page.
  2. Browse through the list and find the resource you're looking to delete.
  3. Select the
    Delete
    option from the overflow menu next to your chosen resource.
  4. A pop-up window appears, asking you to confirm your deletion action. This step ensures that you don’t accidentally remove crucial resources.
  5. Select the
    Delete
    button in the confirmation pop-up to finalize the process. After your confirmation, Kyndryl immediately removes the selected resource from the cluster.
Create Workloads
: This feature allows you to create a wide variety of workloads to suit different needs and configurations. The following workloads are supported:
Pod
Deployment
ReplicaSet
Persistent Volume Claim
StatefulSet
Storage Class
DaemonSet
Cluster Role
Job
Cluster Role Binding
CronJob
Role Binding
Service
Service Account
Ingress
Resource Quota
EndpointSlice
Limit Range
EndPoints
Pod Disruption Budget
ConfigMap
Network Policy
Secret
Priority Class
Horizontal Pod Autoscaler
Custom Resource Definition
Persistent Volume
This wide array of workload options allows for comprehensive and fine-tuned control over your cluster configurations, aiding in seamless application deployment and management.
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