Each message file created using the MSGMAKER utility routine consists of a number of message units, each of which is accessed via a seven-character message code. The message unit comprises message attributes, message text and, if appropriate, a meaning and response text that explains in more detail the problem indicated in the message and indicates possible responses. All texts can be entered in up to eight languages. Each language is represented by a single letter, the language identifier.
Message output can be controlled using the message attributes assigned.
The structure of a message file as can be seen with the /SHOW-FILE <message file> command is shown below. After the identification line, messages appear which are specified for DLAM access. They are transferred to the system/task DLAM area together with the system/task at the time of linking the message file.
Figure 24: Output of a message file with the command /SHOW-FILE