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In this step, you will create a system variable which increments a number nn (2 digits) by one and returns it as an alphanumeric value.
To create this system variable you use a LANSA shipped evaluation program M@SYSNUM. The names of system variables using this program must start with *AUTOALP or *AUTONUM.
1. Select New in the File menu and select System Variable from the graphical menu. The New system variable dialog is displayed.
2. Enter the following characteristics for the system variable:
Name | *AUTOALP02iiiNUM (where iii are your initials). |
Description | Next Available Number |
Method of derivation | Dynamic |
Data type | Alphanumeric |
Length | 2 |
Program Type | 3GL program |
Program name | M@SYSNUM |
3. Press the Create button.
4. The system variable has been created.
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