Processes a sequential dataset.
Figure 262 ON FILE Statement Format
Type the word FILE (or its abbreviation F) to the right of ON in the Rule Definition screen. When Enter is pressed, the following fields are displayed:
Table 263 ON FILE Statement Fields
Field |
Description |
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FILENAME |
Specifies the name of the sequential dataset. FILENAME can have a maximum of 44 characters. Mandatory. |
MODE |
Determines the starting point for calculating WHEN statement line and column specifications. See WHEN: Rule Definition Structure. Optional. Available modes are:
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LINECT |
Specifies number of lines per printed page. Optional. If not specified, the default is 60. |
DATASTAMP |
Determines whether a unique Datastamp is calculated and assigned to the data sources. See Datastamp Calculation earlier in this chapter for more information.
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