Configuring Direct Key Field

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

Using TopLink Workbench

To specify the direct key field in the reference table, use this procedure.

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

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

   Figure 46-2 General Tab, Direct Key Field

   
   Description of "Figure 46-2 General Tab, Direct Key Field"
   
   

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