Methods for saving configuration objects in QSYS
There are several methods that you can use for saving configuration objects in QSYS.
Table 1. Configuration objects in QSYS information Item description When changes occur Contains user data or changes? IBM-supplied data? Configuration objects in QSYS Configuration objects in QSYS change regularly. This happens when you add or change configuration information with commands or with the Hardware Service Manager function. These objects may also change when you update licensed programs.
Yes No
Common save method for configuration objects in QSYS Requires restricted state? SAVSYS Yes SAVCFG No1 GO SAVE command, menu option 21 Yes GO SAVE command, menu option 22 Yes GO SAVE command, menu option 23 No2
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For procedures where the system does not require a restricted state, ensure that the system can get the locks necessary to save the information. You should place your system in a restricted state whenever you save multiple libraries, documents, or directories, unless you use the save-while-active function.
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- When you use option 23 from the GO SAVE command menu, the default is to place your system in a restricted state. If you choose the prompting option, you can cancel the display that puts your system in a restricted state.
Save configuration information contains information about how to save your configuration objects.
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Methods for saving system data and related user dataRelated concepts
Saving your system while it is active