RM/COBOL file status codes take a 2-digit form in the file status variable, by combining the values of the Status Key 1 and 2 columns, or a 4-character or 11-character extended file status code, which can be retrieved using the C$RERR standard library routine.
RM/COBOL file status codes are always returned when the FILETYPE=21 Compiler directive is in effect. If you set the DIALECT"RM" Compiler directive, this automatically sets FILETYPE=21, thus producing RM/COBOL file status codes.
| Status Key 1 | Status Key 2 | Extended File Status Code | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 5 | 9/013 | File not found. |
| 3 | 5 | 9/188 | Filename too large. |
| 3 | 7 | 9/035 | Incorrect access permission. |
| 3 | 7 | 9/037 | File access denied. |
| 3 | 8 | 9/138 | File is closed with lock - cannot open. |
| 3 | 8 | 9/210 | File is closed with lock. |
| 4 | 1 | 9/141 | File already open - cannot be opened. |
| 4 | 2 | 9/142 | File not open - cannot be closed. |
| 4 | 3 | 9/143 | REWRITE/DELETE not after successful READ |
| 4 | 6 | 9/146 | No current record defined for sequential read. |
| 4 | 7 | 9/147 | Wrong open or access mode for READ/ START. |
| 4 | 8 | 9/148 | Wrong open or access mode for WRITE. |
| 4 | 9 | 9/149 | Wrong open or access mode for REWRITE/ DELETE. |
| 9 | 3 | 9/065 | File locked. |
| 9 | 8 | 9/071 | Bad indexed file format. |
| 9 | 8 | 9/139 | Record length or key inconsistent. |
| 9 | 9 | 9/068 | Record is locked. |