LOCALE LC_CTYPE field (LC_TYPE DECP value)

The LC_TYPE DECP value specifies the system LOCALE LC_CTYPE. A locale is the part of your system environment that depends on language and cultural conventions. An LC_CTYPE is a subset of a locale that applies to character functions.

Acceptable values: A valid locale of 0 to 50 characters.
Default: Blank
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The UPPER, LOWER, and TRANSLATE scalar functions use the CURRENT LOCALE LC_CTYPE system default or special register. The results of these functions can vary, depending on the setting of the locale.

Recommendation: Use the default value for LOCALE LC_CTYPE unless you need to execute the UPPER, LOWER, or TRANSLATE functions for data that must be interpreted by using the rules provided by specific locales. For example, specify En_US for English in the United States or Fr_CA for French in Canada.