Qualifier String

Enter the qualifier string. A frame is displayed to indicate the current position of the cursor, assisting in the placement of option codes to the appropriate columns. Valid characters are:

  • Comma: Specifies that an option code is not necessary
  • Period: Specifies that a position may contain any character
  • Asterisk: Specifies a varying number of positions that may contain any characters
  • Alphanumeric characters: Specify an option code
Note:  If several option codes begin with the same character, you can use the initial codes plus an asterisk to match several option codes. Using this Wildcard option can possibly cut down on the number of strings you need to enter.

For more information about how the string is used, see Creating and Entering a Planning Item.