A fix is available
APAR status
Closed as program error.
Error description
Dispatcher code may not adjust task priorities in an optimal manner when the PRTYAGE SIT parameter is used.
Local fix
Problem summary
**************************************************************** * USERS AFFECTED: All. * **************************************************************** * PROBLEM DESCRIPTION: If PRTYAGE is deployed, tasks may not * * exhibit optimal priority adjustment. * **************************************************************** A path exists in dispatcher code that when PRIORITY ageing is in effect, the algorithm may not adjust task priorities in an optimal manner.
Problem conclusion
CICS Dispatcher has been modified to ensure the PRIORITY AGE function works correctly.
Temporary fix
Comments
APAR Information
APAR number
PH68195
Reported component name
CICS TS Z/OS V6
Reported component ID
5655YA100
Reported release
600
Status
CLOSED PER
PE
NoPE
HIPER
YesHIPER
Special Attention
NoSpecatt / Xsystem
Submitted date
2025-09-18
Closed date
2026-01-09
Last modified date
2026-01-10
APAR is sysrouted FROM one or more of the following:
APAR is sysrouted TO one or more of the following:
UO06440
Modules/Macros
DFHDSAT DFHDSAUT DFHDSCPX DFHDSDM DFHDSDS3 DFHDSSR DFHDSTCB
Fix information
Fixed component name
CICS TS Z/OS V6
Fixed component ID
5655YA100
Applicable component levels
R600 PSY UO06440
UP26/01/10 I 1000 ¢
Fix is available
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Document Information
Modified date:
10 January 2026