Display message queues to solve communication problems

Message queues receive some messages that are related to communications failures. The message lists possible causes of the problem and additional information, depending on the problem, and the suggested problem analysis tool.

To display message queues, follow these steps:

1. On the iSeries™ system command line, type DSPMSG MSGQ(XXXX), in which XXXX is:
   • The message queue identified by the QCFGMSGQ system value
     • The default value is QSYSOPR
     • Or, message queue if the system value has been changed
   • For lines, controllers, and devices which support the MSGQ parameter, the message queue is specified in the configuration object
   • For display devices, the message queue that matches the device name
2. Press the Enter key.
3. In the Display Message display, read the messages pertaining to communications problems that are displayed in the message queue. The object name in the message directs you to the communications objects in error.
4. For messages in the queue with an * in the farthest left position, press F14 to perform additional tests. This calls the Work with Problems tool.

For related information, see:

• Message queues
• Solve communication problems using the system problem log
• Job logs and communication problems
• Communications trace and communication problems
• Use error messages to aid in error recovery