A macro variable is like a standard data variable except that it does not belong to a data set and has onl y a single value. which is always character. The value of a macro variable could be a variable name, a numeral, or any text you want. substituted in your program. A macro, however, is a larger piece of a program that can contain complex logic including compl ete DATA and PROC steps, and macro statements such as %IF -%THEN/%ELSE and %DO -%END.
3. Identify the first nine numbers. All routing numbers are nine numbers. The first nine numbers in the lower, left-hand part of your check after the MICR character is your routing number. 1  Be sure to exclude any preceding MICR characters when determining your routing number. 2  Following your routing number, the next set of numbers, up until the next MICR character, is your account number.
Option 1: Look at your checkbook. If you have your checkbook at hand, have a look at the illustration above for how to locate these details. Option 2: Find the routing number on your bank's website. Your routing number is associated with your bank and it's location. One bank may have many different routing numbers for different locations, so here's a guide on how to find the correct number.