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For example, we have seen names such as DSNPROD, DSNPRD1, DSNPRD2,
and DSNTST1 used as group names. However, DB2PRD1 cannot be a group
name, because it violates the stated restrictions.
4.1.2 Group attachment name
The group attachment name acts as a generic name for all the members of the
data sharing group. Utilities and applications that use TSO, batch, DL/I batch, the
RRSAF, the CAF, or DB2I can connect to any member in the group by using the
group attachment name. This allows you to run these applications on any
member without making any changes to the JCL.
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