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PH68195: Algorithm for PRTYAGE sit parameter is sub-optimal..

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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

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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 ¢

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Document Information

Modified date:
10 January 2026