Linking datasources in subpages

Subpages are used to present related information linked to the master record shown in the page. A document header displayed in the main page with linked lines in a subpage is a typical example.

Subpage always has a rule linking it to its master page, and it is always updated in response to any action in the master page. In NAV 2016 it is possible to update the master page after modifying data in a subpage.

How to do it...

In current recipe, we will create a subpage presenting the list of actions performed on a certificate.

1. Create a new page in object designer.
2. Set table 50012 Item Certificate Action as a source table for the new page.
3. Choose the Create a page using a wizard option and select the ListPart page type.
4. Select the following fields to be presented in the page:
   • Action Date
   • Action Type
   • Expiration Date

5. Finish and save as page 50012 Item Certificate Subform.
6. Design the page 50010 Item Certificate Card and add a line below the last field:
   • Type =...