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SCRATCH keyword (ICPSYSIN)

Use the SCRATCH keyword to specify what action to take for a generation data set (GDS) located on DASD when the GDS is uncataloged from the GDG base due to EMPTY processing.

The parameter is ignored for GDSs that are on tape.

Related topics

ICPSYSIN-keywords


Uses

Optional on the MODEL control statement.

Related keywords

MODEL, EMPTY, EXTENDED, GDG, LIMIT

Syntax

SCRATCH(value)

Values

Specify one of the following values:

  • Y—Delete the GDS from disks when uncataloged from the GDG base.
  • N—Do not delete the GDS when uncataloged from the GDG base. If the data set is SMS managed, it is re-cataloged as a non-VSAM data set but is no longer associated with the GDG base.

Default

SCRATCH(Y)

 

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