Can I add a field into a existent Table - OpenEdge 101B

[rrojo7229]

Hi,


I heard that in version 10.1B we can add a field into a existent table without make Shutdown.

That is true?

I tried make this, but the "old message" keeps appear:
User "John" is using "nameDB" Database "Press Ctrl+C or wait..."

Is there another way to add fields and tables in version 10.1B where we do not need make shutdown?

Anyway I suppose we'll need recompile the programs.


Thanks,
Regards,

 

[FrancoisL]

I found that the best way to add objects online is to load a .DF of the change thru the data administration with the add on-line option checked. That way you make sure that your schema lock is minimal compared to running the dictionnary with the option that permit you to create fields online.