DSNU038I csect-name BLOCK SIZE FOR DCB, DDNAME dddddddd, IS TOO SMALL, MUST BE AT LEAST bbbbb BYTES

Explanation

The data set with DDNAME 'dddddddd' has a block size that is too small to accommodate a record that needs to be written.

System action

The utility job is abended with a reason code of X'00E40079'. The utility job step is left in the stopped state.

User response

Delete the data set in error. Change the JCL so that the block size for the data set with DDNAME 'dddddddd' is at least 'bbbbb' bytes. Resubmit the utility job with the RESTART(PHASE) option.