504: Only local byte size allowed is 8

Explanation

The client entered the TYPE command with a parameter of “L byte_size” to change the type setting to the specified local byte size. The byte_size specified by the command was a value other than 8, but the only local byte size supported by the server is 8.

System action

The TYPE command is rejected. Control returns to the client for further commands.

User response

Reissue the TYPE command with a valid local byte size.

System programmer response

None.