thanks Frank. will take a look.
Albert

Hey Albert,
>VMP has the option of using a semaphore lock when you edit a record. I implemented some VMP apps that used an explicit Edit button and at that point in time I would "lock" the record with a semaphore, so no one else could edit it at the same time.
>Not sure that this would help in your situation though. You can find details in the MP help file under "Semaphore Lock" and "setup data-entry forms with an explicit Edit button?"