MFE zDP: Error Message: EIP0257W Persistent Copy Limit Reached with zDP VDG

Summary: If the SAVED_SNAPSETS option has been applied to a zDP VDG, the EIP0257W message may be displayed when the persistent copy limit is not reached.

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Symptoms

When running zDP VDG with option Persistent_Copy_Limit(n), the count value (n) is not being reduced when saved_snapsets are being removed each day causing the following warning message.  
EIP0257W VDG vdg_name, Persistent Copy Limit reached (nn)

Cause

This is due to a Software issue.

Resolution

Workaround:
 
  • Do not use the Persistent_Copy_Limit option.
Or
 
  • Set Persistent_Copy_Limit(256)
 
 Permanent fix:
 
  • For Mainframe Enablers 8.5, PTF SF85032 has been developed to correct the issue. It is available to download from Dell Online Support.
  • For Mainframe Enablers 8.4, PTF SF84115 has been developed to correct the issue. It is available to download from Dell Online Support.

Affected Products

Storage, Enterprise Storage, Symmetrix, Mainframe Enablers
Article Properties
Article Number: 000183520
Article Type: Solution
Last Modified: 15 May 2025
Version:  5
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