Specifies the file type of the file being imported. The syntax is:
FORMAT = source-file-type;
where source-file-type is one of the following options:
| Source File Type | Used For |
|---|---|
| DSNTIAUL | IBM DSNTIAUL files |
| FIXASC | Fixed-format ASCII files |
| FREASC | Free-format ASCII files |
FORMAT is a required Batch Import command for every transaction.
For example:
FORMAT = dsntiaul;
specifies the importing of a DSNTIAUL file.