PROBLEM with CALL_FORM()

[kriss]

when I use the CALL_FORM() option to invoke a form there is a problem when it comes to
data input in most of the fields, especially the date fields and the text fields. The cursor does not
retain it's position when typing out in the fields. It keeps moving to the very first position when the spacebar is pressed for space input.

This behaviour is not experienced when NEW_FORM() or OPEN_FORM() is used but unfortunately the navigation of the application is compromised. Does anyone know if there is a parameter that needs to be set when using CALL_FORM allowing for navigation as well as normal cursor behaviour
during data input?

 

[lewisp]

I've only seen this behaviour in older versions of forms 6 and forms 4.5 when the WHEN-TIMER-EXPIRED is defined and a timer fires.

I found the solution is to upgrade to at least forms 6.0.8.12.1.

 

[kriss]

Thanks Lewisp !!
Al give it a shot.

Meanwhile..tell me ..how would you change the date format (format_mask) of a given date field in a LETTER kind of report.The date field in question is a formula field and semingly cannot be alterd from the normal properties alterations.

Thanks

Kriss