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Create NCL Procedures

Procedures can be created while the system is operational. New procedures can be added to the procedure library, or existing procedures modified. Any changes made to a procedure become effective the next time the procedure is loaded.

Procedures can be created using either system utilities or an online editor such as TSO/ISPF or CMS Edit.

To create a new procedure you must first select a (unique) name by which the procedure is to be identified and by which it will later be executed. The name you select should be meaningful and where possible identify the type of function that the procedure performs. CA recommends that you establish naming conventions for this library to ensure consistent use of names across operational areas.

Procedures are created as a series of individual records. Although the format of statements within each record is flexible, certain syntax restrictions do apply.

Commands, comments, and statements can be entered in either upper or lower case. Most commands are converted to upper case before execution. Comments are left unchanged.