I have 46 rows of information, 2 columns each row ("Code Number", "Description"). These codes are returned to the client dependent upon the success or failure of their initial submission request. I do not want to use a database file (csv, sqlite, etc) for the storage/access. The closest type that I can think of for how I want these codes to be shown to the client is the exception class. Correct me if I'm wrong, but from what I can tell enums do not allow strings, though this sort of structure seemed the better option initially based on how it works (e.g. 100 = "missing name in request").

Thinking about it, creating a class might be the best modus operandi. However I would appreciate more experienced advice or direction and input from those who might have been in a similar situation.

Currently this is what I have:

    class ReturnCode
{
    private int _code;
    private string _message;

    public ReturnCode(int code)
    {
        Code = code;
    }

    public int Code
    {
        get
        {
            return _code;
        }
        set
        {
            _code = value;
            _message = RetrieveMessage(value);
        }
    }

    public string Message { get { return _message; } }

    private string RetrieveMessage(int value)
    {
        string message;

        switch (value)
        {
            case 100:
                message = "Request completed successfuly";
                break;
            case 201:
                message = "Missing name in request.";
                break;
            default:
                message = "Unexpected failure, please email for support";
                break;
        }

        return message;
    }

}