In vsam why we use export-import utility?

Answer Posted / mohi

Export and Import Commands works for VSAM DS and Alternate Indexes. Export command is used to take BACK UP diff. VSAM DS and Import Command is to restore file to proper device.

Same process can be using Reqpro, but diff. is

Repro works for both VSAM and Non-VSAM DS.Export and Import Commands works for VSAM DS.

Repro backs up only logical records.Export backs up logical records and also attributes and Import redefines with attributes and reload the records.

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