Global data declaration in a function group..

hi,
i have created a function group and created 2 FM in that. Both use some common data declarations so i declared those variables in the top include of the function group named LZFGXXXTOP.
is this include automatically recognized in my FM or do i have to include it ? sample statements please ..
thks

Sorry Rich, I fail to understand what you are saying.
in simple terms, i need to have some common data declarations for 2 function modules in a function group. Can u pl outline the steps I need to follow ? also i need to have a common set of form routines (FORM ENDFORM) to be used in these 2 function modules, where do i create these ?
thks a lot

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