import_playbook - Import a playbook
New in version 2.4.
Synopsis
- Includes a file with a list of plays to be executed.
- Files with a list of plays can only be included at the top level. You cannot use this action inside a play.
Parameters
| Parameter | Choices/Defaults | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| free-form |
The name of the imported playbook is specified directly without any other option.
|
Notes
Note
- This is a core feature of Ansible, rather than a module, and cannot be overridden like a module.
Examples
- hosts: localhost
tasks:
- debug:
msg: play1
- name: Include a play after another play
import_playbook: otherplays.yaml
- name: This DOES NOT WORK
hosts: all
tasks:
- debug:
msg: task1
- name: This fails because I'm inside a play already
import_playbook: stuff.yaml
Status
This module is flagged as preview which means that it is not guaranteed to have a backwards compatible interface.
Support
For more information about Red Hat’s support of this module, please refer to this Knowledge Base article
Author
- Ansible Core Team (@ansible)
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https://docs.ansible.com/ansible/2.5/modules/import_playbook_module.html