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Self-reference

Self-reference points to the parent entry in the same block (at most one). No target block needed.

Eigenschaften

Column typeSelf-reference
DescriptionParent in the same block
RequiredOptionally configurable
Typical useHierarchies, subordination

The same column has two presentation roles — in Model mode and in Maintain data mode.

When modeling

ParentSelf-reference Required

Parent in the same block — no target block needed.

Schema panel: configure the column.

When maintaining data

Input or display when maintaining data.

  1. Open a block and switch to Model mode.
  2. Add a column and choose type Self-reference.
  3. Set the name; optionally configure required and other options.
  1. Switch to Maintain data mode.
  2. Open an entry or edit in the table.
  3. Enter the value (example: “Requirement REQ-0001”).