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Self-Message
A Self-Message reflects a new process or method invoked within the calling lifeline's operation. It is a specification of a Message, typically in a Sequence diagram.
Self-Message Calls indicate a nested invocation; new activation levels are added with each Call.
Self-Message as Return
It is possible to depict a return from a Self Message call.
Create a Self Message return
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Create a second Self Message at the end of execution.
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Double-click on the Message name to open the Message Properties dialog.
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Select the Is Return checkbox.
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Raise the Activation level of the return.
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