International system values: Decimal format

Specifies the format used when displaying numbers. (QDECFMT)

Decimal format, also known as QDECFMT, is a member of the international category of i5/OS™ system values. You can use this system value to set the format to use when displaying numbers. You can now work with all system values in iSeries™ Navigator. To learn more, keep reading.

Quick reference
Location	In iSeries Navigator, select your system, > Configuration and Service > System Values > International > Formats
Special authority	None
Default value	Varies for different countries/regions
Changes take effect	Immediately for new jobs that enter the system after the change. This does not include jobs that are active at the time of the change.
Lockable	No

What can I do with this system value?

You can specify the format used when displaying numbers. This system value is used for the following:

To determine the type of zero suppression and decimal point character used by DDS edit codes 1 through 4 and A through M.
To determine the decimal point character for decimal input fields on displays.

Possible values for the decimal format are:

1,000.04 .04 (blank)
Use a period for a decimal point, use a comma for a three-digit grouping character, and suppress zeros to the left of the decimal point.
1.000,04 0,04 (J)
Use a comma for a decimal point, and use a period for a three-digit grouping character. Zero values to the left of the comma are written with one leading zero (0,04). This value overrides any edit codes that might suppress the leading zero.
1.000,04 ,04 (I)
Use a comma for a decimal point, use a period for a three-digit grouping character, and suppress zeros to the left of the decimal point.

Where can I get more information about this system value?

To learn more, go to the international system values overview topic. If you are looking for a specific system value or category of system values, try using the i5/OS system value finder.