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# xxMSG - System Messages

The xxMSG file contains optional messages that can be used by GENERROR.PUB. It resides in the system files (sysfil) directory and is created and accessed by the System Messages function in Resource Manager.

By defining system messages, code can be saved within programs by replacing X8$ or X9$ definitions with references to the file using MX8 or MX9. Messages that are used in several places can be references from one central location, thus making your messages easier to maintain and more consistent.