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Explore the nuances of Hibernate's `FlushMode` and why setting it to MANUAL doesn't delay query execution. Learn how to manage transactions effectively in JPA.
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Understanding FlushMode in Hibernate: Why MANUAL Doesn't Work as Expected

When working with Hibernate and JPA, developers often encounter situations where they want to control how and when certain database operations are executed. One common area of confusion is the behavior of FlushMode. In this guide, we’ll explore a specific case where setting the FlushMode to MANUAL does not work as intuitively expected. Let’s dive into the details.

The Problem Statement

Imagine you’re updating a table using HQL (Hibernate Query Language) and you want to set the FlushMode to MANUAL. You might think that by doing so, you can control when the changes are actually applied to the database. However, when you invoke your methods, you find that Hibernate flushes the update immediately, even though you expected it to wait until you explicitly called flush(). This surprising behavior can leave many puzzled.

Example Scenario

Consider the following code where you attempt to update a user’s record:

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You also have another update method using the entity manager:

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You encapsulate these calls within transaction methods like below:

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The Question

So, why does Hibernate flush the updates immediately when you have set the FlushMode to MANUAL?

Understanding FlushMode

How FlushMode Works

Flushing Behavior: Setting the FlushMode on a query defines if the persistence context should be flushed prior to executing the query. However, it does not control when the query itself is executed. By default, JPA assumes that any changes made in the current context should be reflected in the query execution, which is why it flushes the context to ensure the query has the latest data.

Immediate Execution: Regardless of the FlushMode setting, JPA executes queries immediately. This execution behavior is a fundamental part of how JPA operates, thus expecting the execution to be delayed until an explicit flush is called is a common misconception.

When to Override FlushMode

Use Cases: The FlushMode can be useful when you want to ensure that a query does not see changes made in the persistence context before its execution. This is particularly helpful in a situation where you want to isolate the query from the current state of the context.

Clarifying Example

For example, if you were concerned that a previous update might affect your next query, you could set the FlushMode to MANUAL to avoid flushing automatically. This allows you to control what the query sees and ensures that it executes against a specific state of the persistence context.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the confusion around FlushMode and its implications often stems from a misunderstanding of how JPA and Hibernate handle flushing and query execution. The FlushMode setting determines when changes to the context are flushed before a query, not when the query executes itself. Keeping this distinction in mind can help developers manage transactions and database operations more effectively.

By understanding the nuances of JPA’s flushing behavior, you’ll be better equipped to utilize Hibernate in your applications, leading to smoother development and fewer unexpected behaviors during database interactions.