having a number as a variable name

[SachinRuk]

Hi all,

Im assuming its one of SAS's basic constraints that stops it from allowing a number from being a var name. Whats happening so far is that (when I do a Proc transpose) it puts an underscore prefix ('_') to it.

My question is when I do a proc print how do I get it to display the number instead? Im guessing the answer lies with using labels?

Thanks,
Sachin

[sbb]

Yes, assign a SAS label, either using a LABEL statement or possibly using an ATTRIB statement. Also, you must code the LABEL option for PROC PRINT. And with PROC TRANSPOSE, look at the IDLABEL statement.

Scott Barry
SBBWorks, Inc.