Input Modules › Selective Retrieval of VSAM files (CULLVSAM) › Performing a Sequential Read from a Pointed Start

Performing a Sequential Read from a Pointed Start

To read records sequentially from a specific place in the input file, code:

• An INPUT parameter using the UM(CULLVSAM) option
• REC parameters describing the VSAM file
• Control statements defining a password, if necessary, and the starting point for the read:
  • Use PW= as the first control statement if the file is password protected.
  • Use the KEY control statement for key-sequenced files. See "Coding the KEY control statement for a pointed start" in this section for the syntax.
  • Use the ADR control statement for entry-sequenced files. See "ADR control statement" in this section for the syntax.