The processor's condition code is LASTCC, which can be interrogated in the command stream following each functional command. The possible values, their meanings, and examples of causes are:

Code

Meaning

0(0)

The function was successful. Informational messages might have been issued.

4(4)

Some minor problems in executing the complete function were encountered, but it was possible to continue. The results might not be exactly what the user wants, but no permanent harm appears to have been done by continuing. A warning message was issued.

8(8)

A function could not perform all that was asked of it. The function was completed, but specific details were bypassed.

12(C)

The entire function could not be done.

16(10)

Severe error or problem encountered. Remainder of command stream is erased and processor returns condition code 16 to the operating system.