ABEND0F4 failures

Symptoms

In the event of a logic error internal to the RLS code, an ABEND0F4 dump will be generated. In many cases, DUMPSRV will also generate dumps on the SMSVSAM images across the plex. The symptom string will include the 5695DF122 (COMPID=DF122) component ID. No additional console commands are typically necessary to diagnose this type of error.

How to investigate

Search IBM support portal for any APARs that match the symptoms of the ABEND

Recovery actions

For most ABEND issues, there is no immediate solution. However, recovery may involve restarting SMSVSAM, if it has not automatically done so. For many issues, no actions are required. To identify any pertinent recovery actions, check the IBM support portal for any APARs that match the symptoms of the ABEND.

Actions to avoid recurrence

Listed in APAR if available.