Multiple choice technology mainframe

Which parameter can not be used on a JOB statement:

  1. MSGCLASS

  2. COND

  3. MGMTCLAS

  4. NOTIFY
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C Correct answer
Explanation

MSGCLASS, COND, and NOTIFY are all valid JOB statement parameters. MGMTCLAS is NOT a JCL parameter - it is related to SMS (Storage Management Subsystem) management class, typically specified through ACS routines or data class, not as a JOB statement keyword.

AI explanation

To answer this question, we need to understand the different parameters that can be used on a JOB statement in a job control language (JCL).

A. MSGCLASS - This parameter specifies the message class to which the job's output messages will be directed. It can be used on a JOB statement.

B. COND - This parameter specifies the condition under which the job will be executed. It can be used on a JOB statement.

C. MGMTCLAS - This parameter is used to specify the management class for the job. However, this parameter cannot be used on a JOB statement. It is not a valid parameter for the JOB statement.

D. NOTIFY - This parameter specifies the user or group that will be notified when the job completes. It can be used on a JOB statement.

Therefore, the correct answer is C. MGMTCLAS. This parameter cannot be used on a JOB statement.

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