IEBGENER will create a real dataset with an end of file that can be successfully opened and read. IEFBR14 creates only a 'null' file. Most programs trying to open and read a 'null' file will fail.
I can think of several scenarios where an empty, readable file is needed. -----Original Message----- From: IBM Mainframe Discussion List [mailto:ibm-m...@bama.ua.edu] On Behalf Of Elardus Engelbrecht Sent: Tuesday, May 18, 2010 5:26 AM To: IBM-MAIN@bama.ua.edu Subject: Re: What is the difference between starting a cataloged procedure and submitting a JCL Jason Cai wrote //STEP1 EXEC PGM=IEBGENER //SYSUT1 DD DUMMY,DCB=(LRECL=133,RECFM=FB) Why are you using empty SYSUT1 with IEBGENER in both jobs? Is something wrong with using IEFBR14? Groete / Greetings Elardus Engelbrecht NOTICE: This electronic mail message and any files transmitted with it are intended exclusively for the individual or entity to which it is addressed. The message, together with any attachment, may contain confidential and/or privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, printing, saving, copying, disclosure or distribution is strictly prohibited. If you have received this message in error, please immediately advise the sender by reply email and delete all copies. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- For IBM-MAIN subscribe / signoff / archive access instructions, send email to lists...@bama.ua.edu with the message: GET IBM-MAIN INFO Search the archives at http://bama.ua.edu/archives/ibm-main.html
