Formatting a floppy using the system command

[Don Coleman]

Why can't I format a floppy from within fP such as:

System "format a:";end

Also tried:

AA(10,*)="FORMAT A:"

System AA;end

Tested in conjunction with @KEY in *clerk.  If this works successfully I
will ultimately be used in *report.  fP v5.0.14RN9 Network Native on WIN XP
Professional.

Nothing happens other than the clerk screen moves up 1 row.  Have I broken
one of the cardinal rules by attempting this?  I also know this is so 80-ish
but if it helps my client is a mullet-aficionado(sp?)  TYIA.  

Don Coleman