Cataloged procedures for dataset transfer

The group of cataloged procedures described in this technical memorandum accomplish the most frequently needed dataset transfer and creation functions. They facilitate the transfer of datasets between punched cards, sequential or partitioned disk, magnetic tape, and printed output listings. They also provide a convenient way to create (i.e., pre-allocate) sequential or partitioned disk datasets for later use. Each cataloged procedure is a set of pre-coded Job Control Language (JCL) statements that has been assigned a name and placed in a procedure library. Each procedure consists of one or more EXEC statements which define the program to be executed, followed by the data definition (DD) statements needed by the program. (RWR)