Introduction

CA PMA Chargeback DataManager is a powerful system that prepares input data for use by CA Performance Management and Accounting (PMA) applications. DataManager maps data from a variety of sources into a format that can be used as input to PMA applications.

This guide provides a detailed explanation of DataManager features and functions.

Before using this manual, be sure that:

• DataManager and CA PMA Chargeback have been installed
• You have performed the basic procedures described in the CA PMA Chargeback Installation Guide

Once DataManager is installed, run it to prepare the data used by CA PMA Chargeback.

This section contains the following topics:

Features

CA Common Services for z/OS Overview

How DataManager Works

DataManager Concepts and Terms

DataManager Rules and Cautions

Panels You'll See When Using DataManager

Reading Syntax Diagrams