IBM0029S
ONCODE=oncode-value The CONVERSION condition was raised because a conversion error occurred using B-format on input.

Explanation

An invalid character was detected in a B-format input field. The ONCODEs associated with this message are:
  • 609 - GET STRING statement
  • 610 - GET FILE statement

System action

The ERROR condition is raised.

Programmer response

Include a suitable ON-unit in the program to monitor errors in the input data that are revealed by the CONVERSION condition. Use the ONSOURCE and ONCHAR built-in functions to identify the error and the ONSOURCE and ONCHAR pseudovariables to assign a valid bit character so the program can continue processing. Also, ensure all input is in the correct format before running the program.

Symbolic Feedback Code

IBM00T

Parent topic: PL/I runtime messages