Information needed for all problems

Even when you are unable to identify a problem type, you should gather the following information for any problem you have. Begin your initial problem analysis by examining the contents of the message log data set.

1. Obtain a copy of the IBM Z Workload Scheduler message log. This is a sequential data set defined by the EQQMLOG ddname.
2. Record the IBM Z Workload Scheduler component ID: 5698-T08. The component ID should be the first keyword in the string preceding the problem type and other modifier keywords.
3. Record the maintenance level for all operating environments, particularly those for z/OS, JES, ISPF, and RACF®.
4. Document any additional program temporary fixes (PTFs) or APARs that have been applied to your level of IBM Z Workload Scheduler.
5. If the problem is within the network communication function, obtain copies of the IBM Z Workload Scheduler EQQDUMP file.
6. Obtain copies of the IBM Z Workload Scheduler diagnostic files defined to the user address space and to the subsystem address space by SYSMDUMP.
7. Obtain a copy of the system log.
8. Reconstruct the sequence of events leading to the problem. Include any commands entered just before the problem occurred.
   Write down the exact events that lead to the problem:

   1. What was the first indication of the problem?
   2. What were you trying to do?
   3. What should have happened?
   4. What did happen?
   5. Can you re-create the problem?
9. Specify any unique information about the problem or about your system:
   1. Indicate any other applications that were running when the problem occurred.
   2. Describe how IBM Z Workload Scheduler was started.
   3. Describe all user modifications to active IBM Z Workload Scheduler programs.