17.4. DB2 First-Failure Data Capture

First-failure data capture (FFDC) is a general term applied to the set of diagnostic information that DB2 captures automatically when errors occur. This information reduces the need to reproduce errors to get diagnostic information. The information captured by FFDC is stored in the following files. (The DIAGPATH Database Manager Configuration parameter specifies the location of these files.)

  • Administration notification log: When significant events occur, DB2 writes information to the administration notification log. The information is intended for use by database and system administrators. Many notification messages provide additional information to supplement the SQLCODE that is provided. The type of event ...

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