The default locale for the shell and utilities is C. If you want to change the locale, read these topics:

• Advantages of a locale compatible with the MVS code page
• Advantages of a locale generated with code page IBM-1047
• Changing the locale setting in your profile
• The LC_SYNTAX environment variable
• The LOCPATH environment variable

For additional information about locale and LC_SYNTAX, see z/OS Language Environment Programming Guide.