Return-objects-as specifies how large objects are to be returned to the application. The value indicates whether the actual data is returned or simply locators to the actual data.
| In this language... | The variable name for Return-objects-as is... |
|---|---|
| COBOL | DBRIROB |
| PL/I | DBRIROB |
| C, C++ | dbriROb |
| IBM Assembler | DBRIROB |
| This routine... | Takes this action for Return-objects-as... |
|---|---|
| DBCHINI | writes |
| DBCHCL | reads (IRQ; RSUP; IWPF) |
| Return-objects-as is used by... | To... |
|---|---|
| applications | write |
Return-objects-as is initialized to the default value provided in the site's HSHSPB.
| If the default is not appropriate for the application... | Set Change-options to... |
|---|---|
| before calling DBCHCL for the Initiate, Initiate With Protocol-function, or Run Startup function. | 'Y' |
| data | 'D' |
| transaction-related locator | 'T' |
| spool-related locator | 'S' |
Use mnemonics for the codes. Mnemonics are provided in the language definition file for the DBCAREA.