IBM IMS Problem Investigator for z/OS

Identify and resolve problems faster and easier with this powerful problem analysis aid for IMS Database and IMS Transaction Management systems

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Overview

Identify and resolve problems faster and easier

IMS™ Problem Investigator for z/OS® is a log analysis tool that simplifies problem diagnosis in IBM IMS environments. It provides detailed visibility into IMS event flows, enabling end-to-end transaction analysis and faster issue resolution. It is part of the IMS Performance Solution Pack, alongside IMS Connect Extensions and IMS Performance Analyzer.

Features

Faster IMS problem analysis and resolution

Perform a simple log analysis by using the powerful log record formatter and advanced navigation features found in IMS™ Problem Investigator for z/OS®. Adjust the display by using forms and filters. Use the find feature to search with ease.

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Trace transactions end-to-end by automatically connecting and displaying all related IMS log records in a single view. Easily follow transaction flow across IMS components, analyze associated events, and quickly identify the root cause of issues for faster problem determination and resolution.

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    Analyze IMS activity at the individual log record field level with built-in online help for rapid interpretation. Use the REXX command interface to perform customized log analysis, automate investigations, extract specific data, and gain deeper insight into complex transaction and system issues.

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      Consolidate, format, and analyze data from IMS Log and IMS Monitor data sets, CQS log streams and extracts, OMEGAMON® ATF, Db2®, IBM MQ, IMS Transaction Index, IMS Connect Transaction Index, and IMS Connect Extensions journals. Correlate records and transactions in a single view, enabling efficient investigation without requiring expert knowledge of log data structures.

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      Use cases

      End-to-end IMS transaction insights

      Quickly diagnose and resolve IMS issues with end-to-end transaction visibility, comprehensive log and trace correlation, and detailed performance analysis. Track transaction flows, response codes, latency, and database updates in a unified view to identify root causes, eliminate bottlenecks, reduce manual effort, and improve system availability.
      Enhanced diagnostic efficiency

      Give operations and support teams end-to-end visibility into IMS transactions, including timing, latency, and response codes, so they can quickly pinpoint root causes, accelerate diagnostics, and maintain system availability.
      Comprehensive log and trace analysis

      Enable teams to centralize and correlate IMS log and trace data, track transaction flows and database updates, and see who made changes, when they occurred, and what was modified to resolve complex issues faster.
      Increased productivity and performance optimization

      Empower teams to track IMS transactions end-to-end, identify bottlenecks, quickly access log data, and drill down to root causes. Reduce manual analysis, speed issue resolution, and improve system performance.

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