Redefining the Default Destination in a Batch or Noninteractive Environment

Determining the Default Destination

Usually, in a batch or noninteractive environment, SAS routes procedure output to the listing file and routes the SAS log to a log file. These files are usually defined by your installation and are created automatically when you invoke SAS. Contact your on-site SAS support personnel if you have questions pertaining to your site.

Changing the Default Destination

If you want to redefine the default destination for procedure output, then use the PRINT= system option. If you want to redefine the default destination for the SAS log, then use the LOG= system option. You specify these options only at initialization.
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