Paul Van De Vijver  wrote
>>Because the TSM Server options file (//OPT) is in exclusive use by the
TSM
>>started task
>>I have to stop the TSM Server before being able to execute the format
job.

Your jcl is fine. Check your ADSM started task jcl. Make sure your opt dd
is disp=shr

regards,
John




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