Fixed length in flat file Datasource

Hi,
While creation of flat file data source we have noticed the option Fixed length in place CSV , Can any one explain about that with one scenario.
Thanks,
Sankar

Hi,
for process wise Loading CSV,Fixed length file is the same but file format is different, however you can check the below link
http://help.sap.com/SAPHELP_NW04S/helpdata/en/43/01ed2fe3811a77e10000000a422035/content.htm
check from point :f
Regards,
Satya

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