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Is there a way to read code from SAS7BVEW files?

I want to open a .sas7bvew file and read the view definition. I know that it's possible to get the code by running proc describe view but I would prefer to read the definition from the file.

Is this possible, or will I need to go back and query the definitions from SAS? Bonus points if there's a way to view it outside of SAS EG but I'd still be interested if it's opening it through there somehow

Solution

  • I haven't heard of anyone deciphering the sas7bvew binary. sas7bdat and sas7bcat but not sas7bvew. Normally, the 1st 1-2k of binary is the header. You would want to look after that for content. Suggest using 010 Editor. The Python guys may have looked at it.