Release 10.1A: OpenEdge Development:
Basic Database Tools

> ## Changing a field name globally

> The Data Dictionary allows you to rename a field throughout all tables.

> | To change a field name globally:

> 1. Choose Schema Global Field Name Change. The Global Field Name Change dialog box appears.

> 2. Specify the current field name. Press F5 to display a list of all field names.

> 3. Specify the new name.

> 4. Choose OK. The Data Dictionary displays an alert box prompting for verification of the global field name change.

> 5. Choose Yes to apply the change. The main menu of the Data Dictionary appears.

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