BEGIN Verb - Close All Open Channels Except 0
Syntax
BEGIN {{EXCEPT} varlist}
Description
For BBj-specific information, see BEGIN Verb - BBj.
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Parameter |
Description |
|---|---|
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EXCEPT |
List of variables that are not to be cleared. |
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varlist |
List of variables to be cleared. It should be comprised of simple variables. ARRAY[ALL] and ARRAY$[ALL] are permitted to prevent an array from being cleared. |
Execute the BEGIN at the beginning of a program to ensure a fresh data area and closed channels. See the RESET for additional information on the levels of RESET verbs.
Examples
Example 1
The following shows the BEGIN verb as used in console mode:
>BEGIN
Example 2
The following shows the BEGIN verb as used in a line of code:
0100 BEGIN
Example 3
The following shows the BEGIN verb as used with the EXCEPT clause to exclude variables from being cleared:
0100 BEGIN EXCEPT COMPANY$,PARAM$,J{ALL}