BPXM068I BPXBATCH UNABLE TO ALLOCATE STORAGE FOR THE buffertype FAILED WITH RETURN CODE return_code

Explanation

BPXBATCH encountered an error when trying to allocate dynamic storage for the indicated buffer.

In the message text:
buffertype
One of the following values:
  • PARAMETER BUFFER
  • ARGUMENT BUFFER
return_code
The return code from the storage obtain service call that failed. For an explanation of the return code, see Return codes (errnos) in z/OS UNIX System Services Messages and Codes.

System action

The system ends the BPXBATCH command or job.

Operator response

None.

System programmer response

Determine why there is not enough central storage available to satisfy the request. If the cause of the problem can not be identified, search problem reporting databases for a fix for the problem. If no fix exists, contact the IBM® Support Center.

Programmer response

If the return_code displayed in the message from the storage obtain service is 4, increase the size of the region for your job and retry the running of the job or command. If the return_code is greater than 4, report the error to your system programmer.

Module

BPXMBATC

Source

z/OS UNIX System Services kernel (BPX)

Routing Code

11

Descriptor Code

6