Convert Reference Number Formats
Use the Key Format utility to determine the length of your reference numbers.
Reference numbers are used for a number of different values. They do not have to be unique because they are often used in unrelated tables.
Prerequisite: Back up your DPS database.
To reformat reference numbers:
- On the Navigation menu, click .
- Complete the fields on Reference Number Format form.
- Review the Sample Value field to see the format as it will be after the key conversion is run.
- Click Run.