International system values: Decimal format
The Decimal format system value is also known as QDECFMT. You can use this system value to set the format to use when the system displays numbers.
| Quick reference | |
|---|---|
| Location | From IBM Navigator for i, select . Right-click on International and click Properties, then select the Formats tab. |
| Special authority | None. |
| Default value | Varies for different countries/regions. |
| Changes take effect | Immediately for new jobs that enter the system after the change. This does not include jobs that are active at the time of the change. |
| Lockable | No. |
What can I do with this system value?
You can specify the format to use when the system displays numbers. This system value is used for the following purposes:
- To determine the type of zero suppression and decimal point character used by DDS edit codes 1 through 4 and A through M.
- To determine the decimal point character for decimal input fields on displays.
You can specify the following values for the Decimal format system value:
- 1,000.04 .04 (blank)
- Use a period for a decimal point, use a comma for a three-digit grouping character, and suppress zeros to the left of the decimal point.
- 1.000,04 0,04 (J)
- Use a comma for a decimal point, and use a period for a three-digit grouping character. Zero values to the left of the comma are written with one leading zero (0,04). This value overrides any edit codes that might suppress the leading zero.
- 1.000,04 ,04 (I)
- Use a comma for a decimal point, use a period for a three-digit grouping character, and suppress zeros to the left of the decimal point.