It is expected that data for all variables are supplied in all relevant records. Each data supplier will supply the complete record with all fields in the specified order.

• Each value is given in ASCII characters with the full significant precision. The number of decimals to be delivered is not specified by Eurostat. It should be the same as used in the supplying country and may vary between variables.
• Eurostat's programs are case-sensitive. 'x' and 'X', for example, are treated as different values. Data suppliers are asked to respect the codification for alphanumerical values as documented in this manual.