When does a data page reload if configured to reload when older than one hour?

A data page configured to reload when older than one hour will only reload upon access after that one-hour time period has elapsed. This means that if the data page is accessed after an hour from its last refresh, it will trigger a reload to ensure that the most current data is fetched. The mechanism is designed to optimize performance and reduce unnecessary reloads, ensuring that the data is refreshed only when deemed necessary according to the specified conditions.

For instance, if a data page was created and then an hour has passed without any subsequent access, the next access to that data page will prompt it to refresh its data. This approach helps maintain efficient use of resources by not reloading the data if it isn't needed yet. Consequently, it supports scenarios where data freshness is essential, but frequent reloading might degrade system performance.

Options that suggest immediate reloading after creation or every hour irrespective of access do not align with the logical mechanism of data page operation in Pega, which aims to balance data accuracy with performance efficiency. Additionally, the idea that a data page does not reload after creation overlooks its inherent design to refresh based on data staleness, thus missing the primary function of the configured reload condition.