How To Execute Multiple Reports

There are several methods for executing multiple report requests.  Each of the methods below apply to both your personal library and the common library.  Note:  Report requests with implied prompting cannot be executed in the batch environment.

Stack Reports

Multiple procedures can be stacked in a single report request.  For example, if you have a series of reports executed on a daily basis, you can create one member in your library (e.g., DAILY) that executes all of them.  For example:

• If executed in the batch environment, and the report is routed to your batch report file, all the commands and output will be in your batch report in the order executed.  

• If executed in the batch environment, and the report is directed to a printer, all the commands and output will be routed to the printer in the order executed.  

• If executed in the online environment, your report requests must contain the command HARDCOPY as the last line, because you cannot issue session commands between reports.   

Online Execution

Multiple reports can be selected for online execution simply by typing an O next to two or more reports in your personal library or the common library.  For example:

• The reports will execute one at a time in the order specified.  

• After the first report is displayed, press F3 to kill the hot screen.  If desired, issue the HARDCOPY command to print the report. To process the next request, type FIN at the prompt and press enter.

Batch Execution

Multiple reports can be submitted for batch execution simply by typing an S next to two or more reports in your personal library or the common library.  For example:

• If the results are routed to your batch report file, all the commands and output will be in your batch report in the order executed.  

• If the results are directed to a printer, all the commands and output will be routed to the printer in the order executed.  

Last Updated: May 2, 2004