1.2.10 Field Column Heading

Mandatory.

Specify the column heading associated with the field.  The field column heading text will be used as the default column heading text when a field is used in a list on a screen or report generated by LANSA.

Rules

• A field column heading must be entered for each language defined for the partition.

Tips & Techniques

• Match column heading text length to the field length. For example, a 2 character state code might have a 2 character column heading of ST instead of using STATE CODE.

• Single line column headings require less display area on screens and reports.

Platform Considerations

• IBM i:  Use of CUA standards for identification are recommended.

Also See

1.2.8 Field Description

1.2.9 Field Label