This my second try on this subject.  I have a clearer picture.  When a work order is status S (scheduled) the requirements in MRP  for an item set not to round in mrp parameters shows as a fraction.  When the work order is changed to status F or R ( Firmed or released) the requirement changes to a whole number.  We wold like to see the fraction as the requirement on the F and R status work orders also.  But, how? 8)