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Calcite | Level 5

Calcite | Level 5

Attribute ID to variable

Posted 11-09-2020 05:30 AM (585 views)

Hello,

I want to know how to attribute a unique numeric ID to any variable.

Like in python there is a function named id() returns a unique id for the specified object.

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Super User

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Re: Attribute ID to variable

Posted 11-09-2020 06:08 AM (556 views) | In reply to mazouz

You can use the automatic variable _N_ in a data step, or the UUIDGEN function.

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Re: Attribute ID to variable

Posted 11-09-2020 06:08 AM (557 views) | In reply to mazouz

You can use the automatic variable _N_ in a data step, or the UUIDGEN function.

Maxims of Maximally Efficient SAS Programmers
How to convert datasets to data steps
The macro for direct download as ZIP
How to post code
Please vote for Provide Sequential Search Capability for Hash Objects
How to deal with locked files on UNIX