DB2 graphic QMF Version 8

Generating programs

The generation process proceeds in two phases. The first phase consists of specifying the inputs (queries, forms, and procedures), and locating them. Locating the inputs consists of exporting them from QMF to specified data sets and members (or temporary data sets), or verifying that they exist outside of QMF. The goal of this phase is to produce a list of all reports specified in the input, along with the pertinent information about each (for example, query name, form name, or query data set and member). This list is referred to as the Report List.

The second phase consists of using the Report List to selectively operate on, and generate programs for, each report. Operations include reviewing the query (browsing or editing it), providing values for substitution variables in the query and form, and setting generation options for the program.


Go to the previous page Go to the next page

Downloads | Library | Support | Support Policy | Terms of use | Feedback
Copyright IBM Corporation 1982,2004 Copyright IBM Corporation 1982, 2004
timestamp Last updated: March, 2004