Configuring Direct Value Field

The direct value field in the reference table stores the primitive data value of the map value. If the value's object value and database value are different types, use a converter (see "Configuring Value Converters").

Using TopLink Workbench

1. Select the mapped attribute in the Navigator. Its properties appear in the Editor.

2. Click the General tab. The General tab appears.

   Figure 46-1 General Tab, Direct Value Field

   
   Description of "Figure 46-1 General Tab, Direct Value Field"
   
   

Use the Direct Value Field list to select the field from the Target Table table that contains the object of the direct map mapping.