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>>If the only problem is to remove Fox system message then SET NOTIFY OFF.
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>Even with SET NOTIFY OFF I'm still getting a dialog box that says "Field validation rule is violated. OK, Revert, Help".
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>I'd really like to test the field rule myself before the DBC gets a chance to. Is that possible?

The ultimate power can be achieved by using unbound controls.

Edward Pikman
Independent Consultant