CFRM Policy Editor

You can use the CFRM Policy Editor to modify the CFRM policies in the CFRM couple data set.

With the CFRM Policy Editor, you can:
  • Edit a CFRM policy by using a graphical user interface (GUI). You can add, delete, and modify the control statements in a policy without having to know or understand JCL. As you work, the editor checks your changes for correct syntax.
  • Tailor an existing CFRM policy with for your installation.
  • Create a CFRM policy by using a series of dialogs and prompts. On completion, the policy is ready for use in your sysplex.

Key features

The CFRM Policy Editor:
  • Presents the details of a CFRM policy in a graphical user interface (GUI).
  • Provides easy-to-use options for viewing and modifying a CFRM policy.

To get started with the CFRM Policy Editor, select a policy in the CFRM Administrative Policies view, then select the action Open in CFRM Policy Editor.

Authorization requirements for the CFRM Policy Editor

You must have sufficient authorization to use the functions that are available in the CFRM Policy Editor. For more information, see Authorization requirements.

CFRM Policy Editor main page

The CFRM Policy Editor main page displays the following information about the selected policy:
  • Policy name
  • Sysplex name
  • Number of CF structures
  • Number of coupling facilities
  • Tabbed areas for editing the CF structures and coupling facilities for a policy.
  • Task-level actions for the CFRM Policy Editor: Add, Close, and Submit.

The central feature of the main page is the objects table, which displays either CF structures or coupling facilities, depending on which tabbed view is selected for the policy. In the table, you select actions for editing the objects (CF structures and coupling facilities).

Tabbed sections for editing

The major sections of a CFRM policy are organized into the primary tabs: CF structures and Coupling Facilities. Select the tab for the section that you want to view or modify. The CF Structures tab is selected by default.

For more information, see the following topics.