Specifies the maximum records in history log. (QHSTLOGSIZ)
History log file size, also known as QHSTLOGSIZ, is a member of the messages and service category of i5/OS™ system values. You can use this system value to specify the maximum number of records in the history log. To learn more, keep reading.
| Quick reference | |
|---|---|
| Location | In iSeries™ Navigator, select your system, |
| Special authority | None |
| Default value | 5000 |
| Changes take effect | The next time a history log is created |
| Lockable | No |
What can I do with this system value?
- Create daily (*DAILY)
Select this option if you want a new version of the history log created each day. If a history log reaches the maximum of 10,000,000 records, an additional history log is created for that day. Therefore, you can have more than one history log for each day.
- Maximum records (1-10,000,000)
Select this option if you want a new history log created only when the maximum number of history records is reached. If you select this option, you must specify a maximum number of records. Possible values are 1 through 10,000,000.
Where can I get more information about this system value?
To learn more, go to the messages and service system values overview topic. If you are looking for a specific system value or category of system values, try using the i5/OS system value finder.