DFS3423E RESOURCE ERROR TYPE=resourcetype SERVICE=servicename FUNC=function RC=returncode NAME=resourcename MODULE=modulename

Explanation

IMS encountered an error initializing a resource control block.

In the message test:
resourcetype
The resource type can be one of the following:
  • DBBD – database descriptor
  • DDIR – database
  • LLB – Multiple Systems Coupling (MSC) logical link control block
  • LNB – MSC logical link path (msname) control block
  • MSCL – MSC logical link control blocks
  • MSCP – MSC physical link control blocks
  • PDIR – program
  • PGMD – program descriptor
  • RCNT – Remote logical terminal
  • RSCX – resource extension block
  • RTCD – routing code descriptor
  • RTCE – routing code
  • SMB – transaction
  • TRND – transaction descriptor
servicename
Name of the service that encountered an error. Other than DFSBCB, the services are internal to IMS.
function
Name of the service function that encountered an error.
returncode
Service return code. If the servicename is DFSBCB, see the DFSBCB return codes.
resourcename
Name of the resource that encountered the error.
modulename
Name of the module that encountered the error.

System action

In some cases, IMS terminates abnormally with abend 3423. In other cases, IMS continues processing without the use of the resource.

System programmer response

Check whether your MODBLKS data set is generated at the appropriate IMS release level. If you are starting an IMS that references a MODBLKS data set generated at an older IMS release level, the mismatch usually results in the DFS3423E message. If you have converted any MODBLKS data set from a PDS to a PDS/E, make sure all the MODBLKS data sets are defined as a PDS/E (MODBLKSA, MODBLKSB, and the staging MODBLKS).

If the MODBLKS data set is generated at the same IMS release level, copy the SYSLOG and IMS memory dump and contact IBM® Software Support for help. Also save the servicename, function, returncode, and other information from the message.

Module

DBFNRST0, DBFRRT00, DFSIP300, DFSRDB00, DFSRPG00, DFSRTR00