View QSYSOPR or other message queues

QSYSOPR and other message queues contain messages that describe the error and might contain possible solutions for the error. These messages are typically a good place to begin your troubleshooting.

To view these messages, follow these steps:

  1. Type DSPMSG MSGQ(message_queue) on the command line and press Enter, where message queue is QSYSOPR or the configured message queue.
  2. Locate the error messages created around the time the error occurred.
  3. Move your cursor to the error message of interest and press F1. The system displays more information about the error.
  4. Note the cause code, the error's description, and possible solutions. Also, record any message IDs, error codes, reference codes, or reason codes.