CRTBNDRPG

Command

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*NO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

When numeric overflow is detected,

a

 

run

time

error

 

is

genera

 

 

code

RNX0103.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FIXNBR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Specifies

 

whether

decimal

data

that

 

is

not

valid

is

fixed

by

t

 

 

*NONE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Indicates that decimal data that is not

valid

will result

in

d

 

 

during run time if used.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*ZONED

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Zoned-decimal data that is not valid will be fixed by the

co

 

 

conversion to packed data. Blanks in numeric fields will be

trea

 

 

zeroes. Each

decimal

digit

will

be

checked

for

validity.

If

 

 

 

not valid, it is replaced with zero. If

a

sign

is

 

not

valid,

 

 

forced to a positive sign code of hex

'F'.

If

the

sign

is

 

 

changed to either a positive sign hex 'F' or a negative sign

 

 

 

appropriate. If the resulting packed data is not valid,

it

wi

 

 

*INPUTPACKED

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Indicates that if packed decimal data that is not valid is e

 

 

processing

input

specifications,

the

internal

variable

will

be

se

 

TGTRLS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Specifies

 

the

release

 

level

of

the

operating

system

on

 

which

you

 

 

the object being created. In the examples

given

for

the

*CURREN

 

 

values, and when specifyingtargethe-releasevalue, the

format

VxRxMx

is

 

 

 

 

used

to

specify

the

release,

where

Vx

is

the

version,

Rx

is

 

 

 

is the modification level. For example, V2R3M0

is

version

 

2,

releas

 

 

cation

level

0.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Valid values for this parameter

change

every

release.

The

possib

 

 

*CURRENT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The

object

is

to be used on the

release

of

the

operating

 

 

running

 

on

your

system.

For

example,

if

V2R3M5

is

running

on

the

 

*CURRENT

means that

you

intend

 

to

use

 

the

object

on

 

a

system

 

V2R3M5

 

installed. You

can

also

use

the object

on

a

 

system

wi

 

 

sequent

release

of

the

operating

system

installed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note:

If

V2R3M5

is

running

on

the

system,

and

the

object

is

t

 

 

 

 

on a system with V2R3M0 installed, specify TGTRLS(V2R3M0), no

 

 

 

 

TGTRLS(*CURRENT).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*PRV

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The

object

is

to be used on the

previous

release

with

modif

 

 

the operating system. For example,

 

if

 

V2R3M5

 

is

running

on

your

 

 

*PRV means you intend to use the object

on

a

system

with

V2R

 

 

installed. You can also use the object on a system

with

any

 

 

 

release

of

the

operating

system

installed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

target-release

Specify the release in the format VxRxMx. You can use the o system with the specified release or with any subsequent rel operating system installed.

Appendix C. The Create Commands417

Page 441
Image 441
IBM AS/400 manual Fixnbr, Zoned, Tgtrls, Prv, Target-release

AS/400 specifications

The IBM AS/400, now known as the IBM iSeries, is a midrange computer system that has been a cornerstone of enterprise computing since its introduction in 1988. Designed to provide a robust platform for business applications, the AS/400 is celebrated for its reliability, scalability, and integrated database capabilities.

One of the key features of the AS/400 is its Integrated Operating Environment, which blends hardware and software resources seamlessly. This integration allows businesses to execute diverse workloads, ranging from traditional applications to modern web-based services, all on a single platform. The operating system, OS/400 (now IBM i), offers a rich set of APIs and tools for developers, simplifying application development and management.

Another standout characteristic of the AS/400 is its built-in database, DB2 for i. This powerful relational database management system allows for efficient data handling and provides advanced features such as support for SQL, XML, and JSON, making it easier for businesses to manage their data and integrate it with other systems. The database's tight integration with the operating system enables high performance and security.

In terms of scalability, the AS/400 can accommodate small businesses as well as large enterprises, with the ability to support hundreds of users simultaneously. Its architecture allows for easy upgrades in hardware, meaning that organizations can scale their systems without replacing the entire infrastructure.

Security is another critical attribute of the AS/400. With a sophisticated security model, it offers built-in user authentication, access control, encryption, and auditing capabilities to protect data and applications from unauthorized access.

The AS/400 also supports multiple programming languages, including RPG, COBOL, Java, and PHP, giving organizations the flexibility to choose the development tools that best fit their needs. This diversity helps maintain legacy applications while also developing new ones that leverage modern technologies.

Moreover, the platform supports both traditional green-screen interfaces and modern graphical user interfaces, allowing organizations to transition smoothly into contemporary user experience paradigms.

Overall, the IBM AS/400 stands out as a resilient, flexible, and secure computing platform that enables organizations to effectively manage their business operations, streamline processes, and adapt to changing market demands. Its unique combination of integrated features and capabilities ensures that it remains relevant in today's fast-paced technology landscape.