Interval Value Set

You must create a data set for each batch of records being uploaded in the system for the same bill factor / characteristic. The name of this table is CI_​INTV_​VAL_​SET .

Table 1. - CI_​INTV_​VAL_​SET Table ColumnsThe following table lists and describes the columns of the CI_​INTV_​VAL_​SET table:
Column Name Length Req'd Data Type Comments
INTV_​VAL_​SET_​ID 12 Y A/N

This is a random unique key. This key is referenced on the interval value record.

It's suggested that this is a random number. If your process that inserts records on this table is capable of calling a COBOL routine, call CIPZKEYG and it will supply a 12 digit random number for you.

BF_​CD 8 Y A/N

This along with CHAR_​TYPE_​CD and CHAR_​VAL indicate the bill factor / characteristic to which this interval value set belongs.

Refer to Setting Up Bill Factors for more information.

CHAR_​TYPE_​CD 8 Y A/N

This along with BF_​CD and CHAR_​VAL indicate the bill factor / characteristic to which this interval value set belongs.

Refer to Setting Up Bill Factors for more information.

CHAR_​VAL 16 Y A/N

This along with BF_​CD and CHAR_​TYPE_​CD indicate the bill factor / characteristic to which this interval value set belongs.

Refer to Setting Up Bill Factors for more information.

SET_​DTTM 26 Y DateTime

This is the data/time that the data set was received. This must be populated with the current date / time. This is considered a server date and will follow the seasonal time shifting as defined on the base time zone.