PRB: "Attempt to Use FoxPro Function as an Array" in BROWSEID: Q114576 The information in this article applies to:
SYMPTOMSThe following error message occurs during a BROWSE: Attempt to use FoxPro function as an array. CAUSEA command is being used on a field in the BROWSE. RESOLUTIONCreate a calculated field that uses the command. For an example, see "Workaround" in the "More Information" section below. STATUSThis behavior is by design. MORE INFORMATIONSteps to Reproduce Behavior1. Use the CUSTOMER.DBF database file located in the TUTORIAL subdirectory. For example, if FoxPro is installed in a directory named FOXPROW on drive C, type the following command in the Command window: USE C:\FOXPROW\TUTORIAL\CUSTOMER 2. Perform a BROWSE that uses the ALLTRIM() command on a field. For example, type the following in the Command window: BROWSE FIELDS ALLTRIM(contact) The error will occur. WorkaroundUse a calculated field that calls the ALLTRIM() command. Instead of the BROWSE command shown in step 2 above, use the following command: BROWSE FIELDS TrimContact = ALLTRIM(contact) Additional reference words: FoxMac FoxDos FoxWin 2.50 2.50a 2.50b errmsg err msg KBCategory: kbprg kberrmsg kbprb KBSubcategory: FxprgBrowse |
Last Reviewed: June 27, 1995 |