PARMERR

The PARMERR system initialization parameter specifies what action you want to follow if CICS detects incorrect system initialization parameter overrides during initialization.

PARMERR={INTERACT|IGNORE|ABEND}
When specified as an override, this parameter affects only subsequent system initialization parameter overrides. Errors in earlier system initialization parameter overrides are dealt with according to the PARMERR system initialization parameter value in the SIT.
INTERACT
Enables the operator to communicate with CICS through the console and correct parameter errors.
Note: INTERACT is overridden with IGNORE in the following cases:
  • If errors are found in PARM or SYSIN for system initialization parameter overrides that are not allowed to be entered from the console
  • In certain circumstances, in response to invalid data when you have been trying to correct a previous invalid system initialization parameter keyword or value
IGNORE
CICS ignores errors, and tries to complete initialization.
ABEND
CICS abends.