The GT.M Database Structure Editor, DSE, is a tool for examining and repairing Greystone Database Structure (GDS) databases. For more information on GDS, refer to the "Greystone Database Structure" chapter. MUPIP INTEG provides comprehensive error checking, which verifies the results of repairs undertaken with DSE. For more information on MUPIP INTEG, refer to the "MUPIP" chapter. For more information on using DSE to repair the database, refer to the "Maintaining Database Integrity" chapter.

DSE returns errors when actions are unsuccessful.

DSE can move data from one region to another using the SAVE and RESTORE commands. DSE is suitable for moving small amounts of data one block at a time. Use MUPIP to move larger amounts of data.

While other GT.M components will not work with a database marked as already open by a different GT.M version, DSE only gives a warning and proceeds. In this case, you should exit immediately, unless the version stamp is absolutely known to be an invalid artifact of some abnormal circumstance. If the version stamp needs to be changed, DSE can be used under FIS' direction to modify the stamp.

	Using a mismatched version of DSE is HIGHLY likely to cause database DAMAGE.

DSE is primarily a database repair utility and is not intended for use in routine system administration. Use DSE to: