Modifying batch jobs for sysplex data sharing

Each IMS connected to an OSAM or VSAM structure uses one connection or slot to each coupling facility structure. Therefore, every batch job running in data-sharing mode uses a slot.

Any jobs in the same data-sharing group (started after the combination of active online and batch jobs) that exceed the maximum are unable to run. If you convert these batch jobs to batch-oriented BMP jobs, jobs are more likely to be able to run because BMP jobs run under the online region coupling facility connection.

For more information about converting batch jobs to batch-oriented BMP jobs, see IMS Version 15.4 Application Programming.