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How to Modify the Amount of Space in a VLS File

Use the following procedure to modify the size of a VLS format file. Refer to the CA Ideal Administration Guide for instructions specifically for CA Ideal.

1. End all processing activity against the VLS file.
2. Use the BACKUP function to create a backup VLS file in sequential form. The backup file has a ddname of VLSBKUP.
3. Allocate a new VLS file. Specify the amount of space it requires.
4. Use the FORMAT function to format the new VLS file.
5. Use the RESTORE function to restore the library. Use VLSBKUP as input.
6. Recycle CICS.

For more information, refer to the descriptions of the BACKUP, FORMAT, and RESTORE commands in VLSUTIL Function Descriptions and How to Estimate Space Requirements for a VLS File.