Tables

The Object Management Workbench (OMW) name for a table can be a maximum of eight characters. It is recommended that you format it asFxxxxyyy, where:

F = data table

xx (second and third digits) = the system code, such as:

00 - Foundation environment

01 - Address Book

03 - Accounts Receivable

xx (fourth and fifth digits) = the group type, such as:

01 - Master

02 - Balance

1X - Transaction

yyy (sixth through eighth digits) = object version, such as programs that perform similar functions but vary distinctly in specific processing, such as:

JA through JZ - Table join

You provide up to a 60-character description for a table.

The table description is the topic of the table. If the table came from the IBM i, it should be the same name as the file it represents, such as Address Book Master (F0101) or Item Master (F4101).

However, for a work table, make sure to include the name Work Table in the descriptions and insert UI after the system code; for example, Organization Structure Report Work Table (F10UI005).

Another consideration is Z tables. Z tables are used for importing data from another system as well as used in batch processes. When you name a Z table, ensure that the letter Z is the sixth digit; for example, Address Book - Batch File (F0101Z1).