This topic applies only on the z/OS operating system.

Choosing diagnostic information sources

You can use a variety of diagnostic information sources to view application data and troubleshoot problems.

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Troubleshooting problems in a complex server environment can be challenging, considering the many choices of diagnostic information to analyze and wide variety of potential problem areas. Familiarize yourself with the different types of diagnostic tools and information provided by WebSphere Application Server to maximize your efficiency and productivity when you are confronted with a problem.

Procedure

Read the following topics for information about specific sources of diagnostic data, and the tools or resources you might need to view or work with that data.
Type of diagnostic tools or data: Notes and instructions for use appear in:
CEEDUMPs CEEDUMPs in the job log
SVC dumps Viewing SVC dumps
CTRACE and JRas data Viewing CTRACE and JRas data through IPCS
Error log data Viewing error log contents through the Log Browse Utility (BBORBLOG)
z/OS display command Using the z/OS display command
Java minor codes Converting Java minor codes
SYSPRINT Viewing SYSPRINT output, STDOUT and STDERR streams in an HFS File
Message routing Message routing



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