Record format (RECFM)

Use the record format value to specify the format and characteristics of the records for newly created data sets.

The record format value can be obtained from an SMS data class, inherited from a model data set, or you can select a value.

If you did not specify an SMS data class or a model data set on the first wizard panel, you are required to select a value for the record format.

If you did specify an SMS data class or a model data set on the first wizard panel, then the record format will be obtained from the SMS data class or model data set. You can choose to override the obtained value, by selecting "Use this value:" and selecting a record format.

If you specified both an SMS data class and a model data set on the first wizard panel, then the record format will be obtained from the model data set. You can choose to override the obtained value, by selecting "Use this value:" and selecting a record format.