EE Problem Finder

EE Problem Finder is a specialized tool for analyzing Enterprise Extender (EE) traces within a z/OS environment. It addresses the challenge of diagnosing and resolving network communication issues that arise when using EE to connect mainframe applications with distributed systems. The tool provides a focused approach to examining EE traffic, enabling network architects to quickly identify bottlenecks, errors, and other factors impacting performance.

EE Problem Finder operates on z/OS within an LPAR and requires access to EE traces. It likely uses configuration files to specify trace input sources, filtering options, and output formats. The main system components likely include a trace data collector, an analysis engine, and a reporting interface.

These components communicate to capture, process, and present EE trace data. The tool operates within the z/OS security environment and leverages existing z/OS security mechanisms for authentication and authorization, typically using RACF or equivalent security systems. Alternatives include general network analyzers, but these lack the EE-specific analysis capabilities offered by EE Problem Finder.

Consider implementing EE Problem Finder when you need a dedicated solution for managing and optimizing your EE network infrastructure on z/OS.