Blocks in the File Layout 
Blocks in the File Layout
Use
The blocks form the highest level in the file layout hierarchy. They control the processing of the structures and fields. The interface format stores the objects (block, structure, field) in a graphical overview.
Features
The functions for the blocks are shown as symbols in the tree structure. To access the appropriate function, select an icon.
Determines the processing time for a block.
Determines how often a block is processed.
Name of the file to which the export file is written.
Activities
To execute this function you must be in the Change File Layout <name> (Block View) screen. Choose Block, Structure or Field. The blocks are displayed in the selected sequence. The structure and field strings are arranged alphabetically. This is because fields and structures can be used several times.