This topic contains a high-level overview of COBOL SORT and MERGE verbs. It is designed to introduce you to concepts that help you understand some of the special considerations for using these COBOL statements in Language Environment. For a detailed description of how to use SORT and MERGE, see the appropriate version of the COBOL programming guide in the COBOL library at Enterprise COBOL for z/OS library.
SORT...INPUT PROCEDURE
SORT...OUTPUT PROCEDURE
These input and output procedures can be used to add, delete, alter, edit, or otherwise modify the records.
SORT...USING
SORT...GIVING