Step 2. Clear the alternate APPLY disk

Clear the alternate APPLY disk to ensure that you have a clean disk for new service.
  1. Clear Disk

    Merge previously applied service to ensure that you have a clean alternate APPLY disk for new service.


    Command Explanation
    vmfmrdsk 5696234J {HLASM|HLASMSFS} apply
     
    Command to clear the alternate APPLY disk.   Use HLASM if High Level Assembler is installed on minidisk. Use HLASMSFS if High Level Assembler is installed in SFS.  

  2. Check merge message log
    Command Explanation
    vmfview mrd
    Command to review the merge message log ($VMFMRD $MSGLOG). Correct any problems before you go on. For information about specific error messages, refer to z/VM: Other Components Messages and Codes.