Message types

There are several types of messages you can receive that can help you to identify a problem. Check each of thse types of messages.

Batch messages
These messages are in the batch job's SYSMSG output at the beginning of the message file which is produced by the system each time a job is initiated.
Batch utility messages
These are DFSMSrmm messages that have been directed to a DFSMSrmm message file such as the SYSPRINT or MESSAGE data set.

Related Reading: For information on which message file you should check for diagnostic information, see z/OS DFSMSrmm Implementation and Customization Guide.
Console messages
These messages are seen on a console by an operator or a terminal user. These are also recorded in the SYSLOG file.
DFSMSrmm ISPF dialog messages
These messages are issued by ISPF from the DFSMSrmm ISPF dialog and are displayed as short or long messages.
The DFSMSrmm ISPF dialog message is displayed using this format.
- EDGfidn
where:
- EDG is the DFSMSrmm identifier.
- f is a character selected by DFSMSrmm.
- id is an ISPF message member identifier.
- n is a numeric suffix from 0 to 9.
SYSLOG messages
These are a history of the messages directed to consoles or to the logs on the system for problem determination. The SYSLOG is a data set maintained by the job entry subsystem that can be closed, spooled for printing, or archived as necessary. You can view the SYSLOG online, using a product like Spool Display and Search Facility (SDSF).