DB2 TOOLS CATALOG – Is it required?

Question: Is the DB2 TOOLS catalog required? How do I know if a DB2 instance has the TOOLS catalog installed and what are options for managing? Answer: One of the purposes of the DB2 TOOLS catalog is to use the task scheduling facility. You can verify if DB2 TOOLS catalog exists by executing the list db directory command. It is listed along with other user databases. The TOOLS catalog is a repository of tables for the Task Center schedules, definitions and history.The decision on whether the catalog is required depends on how the DB2 server is managed by the DBA.... Read more →