A fix is available
APAR status
Closed as program error.
Error description
This PTF contains bug fixes & updates to Python
Local fix
Problem summary
**************************************************************** * USERS AFFECTED: All users of the IBM Open Enterprise SDK for * * Python 3.12 * **************************************************************** * PROBLEM DESCRIPTION: This PTF contains bug fixes & updates * * to Python * **************************************************************** * RECOMMENDATION: Apply provided service * **************************************************************** This PTF updates the following: Updated cpython to 3.12.13 Updated pip to 26.1 Updated libexpat to 2.8.0
Problem conclusion
IBM is releasing a cumulative update to IBM Open Enterprise SDK for Python 3.12
Temporary fix
Comments
APAR Information
APAR number
PH71298
Reported component name
PYTHON FOR ZOS
Reported component ID
5655PYT00
Reported release
3C0
Status
CLOSED PER
PE
NoPE
HIPER
NoHIPER
Special Attention
NoSpecatt / Xsystem
Submitted date
2026-05-12
Closed date
2026-05-25
Last modified date
2026-07-02
APAR is sysrouted FROM one or more of the following:
APAR is sysrouted TO one or more of the following:
Modules/Macros
CYPPHPAX CYPSNPAX
Fix information
Fixed component name
PYTHON FOR ZOS
Fixed component ID
5655PYT00
Applicable component levels
R3C0 PSY UO07965
UP26/06/04 P F606
Fix is available
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Document Information
Modified date:
02 July 2026