Unsuccessful save after loss of focus during editing

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The following action sequence produces a state in which the control will not save properly:

1. Click on the control.
2. Change the selected option.
3. Click anywhere outside the control so that the control closes. Notice that the original value is shown.
4. Click on the control. Notice that the shown value is the modified value.
5. Press the save button. Notice that the control still shows the original value, i.e. the save button didn't work.