This function is used to launch the batch server if it is not already active. The following message is displayed when the function has been executed :

The server is active

Process number xxx

The software includes a batch server allowing the running of tasks (including printing) and task groups in deferred mode. These tasks can be launched directly or as recurring activities.

This batch server is implemented via the intermediary of a SERVX3 application, in which is located a process which periodically scrutinises a table of requests which is found in the supervisor folder. When the tasks must be released, they are launched under the form of a separate Adonix process in the launch folder.

The batch server process is responsible for the launch and stopping of a task, and the control of the number of tasks simultaneously active by limiting their number.

The request management function is used to identify, at all times, the status of the request server. Said server can have the following statuses.

    Prerequisite

    SEEREFERTTO Refer to documentation Implementation

    Starting the function

    At the start of this function, no setup is entered, but a start confirmation (either Yes or No) is requested.

    Error messages

    In addition to the generic error messages, the following messages can appear during the entry :

    The server is already active

    This message is displayed when the function is executed when the server is already active.

    Tables used

    SEEREFERTTO Refer to documentation Implementation

    Comments

    Submission of requests by file deposit

    Defined by the EXTBATCH parameter, granting an authorization by user. This operating mode of the batch server follows a process described in detail in a dedicated technical annex.

    General functioning of the batch server

    It is recommended to read the technical documentation explaining the general functioning of the batch server in order to understand the impact of the different setups.