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Batch Job

To start the test session for a batch job, type the load module name as the input transaction code. Because it is an online test, it is recommended that you use a small volume of data during testing.

Note: The Test Facility does not support DL/I access by external action blocks.

For batch procedures, the Batch Manager uses three special files. These files are allocated with dataset names prefix.IEF.TIRxxxF. The value for prefix is specified during host installation.

After executing the test, you can examine the TIRMSGF and TIRERRF files to view the results. The TIRIOVF file is cleared when a procedure completes successfully.

When a procedure has completed successfully, an end of job message appears on the screen. If the procedure fails, CA Gen runtime error messages are written to the screen in the same manner as for an online procedure step failure. In either case, clear the screen before initiating another test.