>What number? The record number is assigned automatically. If you want to store a value to a field (primary key), you need a function for this. I will send you one, if you need it.

EMP.pers_no where 'pers_no' is the internal number of each employee.

>Do the users see the primary key?

No. 'pers_no' is hidden

See Bob's reply it did the trick

Mike