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  • Subject: Re: CHGPF Question
  • From: "Art Tostaine, Jr." <atostain@xxxxxxxxxxx>
  • Date: Thu, 18 Sep 1997 15:25:13 -0400
  • Organization: Creative Computer Associates, Inc.

Gordon Searles wrote:

> I just tried it on one of our boxes that is at V3R7.
> I added a field to the end of the record format and
> it caused a level check.  Using the CHGPF command to add
> field saves you the hassle of having to copy your data
> out and back in, but it does not save you from having to
> recompile.
>
> As Al and others have said you could use LVLCHK(*NO), but
> IMHO that would not be wise.
>
> --
> Gordon Searles
> Senior Systems Programmer
> Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI)
> Quality Outdoor Gear and Clothing Since 1938

Gordon and all:

Although I agree that LVLCHK(*NO) can be dangerous, how do you add a
field to a file quickly?

We use LVCHK(*NO), but always recompile any programs that write or
update the record format.  This is especially important if the new field
is not an alpha.

--
Art Tostaine, Jr.
Creative Computer Associates, Inc.
Parlin, NJ
732-525-9414


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