Command syntax

The batch interface command format consists of a single high level command keyword (NEW, TNEW, DELETE, KEEP, or CANCEL) followed by a series of keywords and parameters in the format: KEYWORD=(parameter1, parameter2,...).

If there is only one parameter specified for a keyword, then the parentheses “(... )” are optional. For example, DURATION=120 and DURATION=(120) are both acceptable.

When a list of parameters is specified, the parentheses “(... )” are mandatory. For example, FEATURES=(CICS®,IMS,DB2).

A semicolon must be present at the end of the command string.