DSN9012I KEYWORD keyword-name PARAMETER(S) MUST BE HEXADECIMAL

Explanation

Parameter values for the keyword specified in the message (as 'keyword-name') must be hexadecimal values. The value must be specified as X'hex characters'. Hexadecimal characters are defined as the numeric digits 0 through 9 and the letters A through F. Either uppercase or lowercase is acceptable for the letters A through F.

As an example of this error, consider the keyword OFFSET, for which you are expected to enter a hexadecimal value. If you enter OFFSET(X'2C'), it is acceptable. However, entering OFFSET(Jones) is not acceptable.

System action

Processing for the command is terminated.

System programmer response

Reissue the command, but ensure that the parameters for the named keyword are hexadecimal values.

Problem determination

Obtain a copy of the system or terminal log to verify the command entry.