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Q: What is COND CODE?

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Programs return condition/return code in register 15. COND parameter tests: COND=(4,LT) skips if 4 < any prior return code. Values 0-4095. Convention: 0=success, 4=warning, 8=error, 12+=severe. Used for job flow control.
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Q: What is RETURN-CODE register?

Answer:
RETURN-CODE sets program completion status. MOVE 0 TO RETURN-CODE (success). MOVE 8 TO RETURN-CODE (warning). Passed to caller/JCL. Check RETURN-CODE after CALL. LE uses CEE3STS for detailed status.
return-code status completion