Restoring libraries to entirely different names in the IBM i world might seem straightforward, like using RSTLIB SAVLIB(PRODLIB) RSTLIB(TESTLIB) to create a test environment or clone production. However, this seemingly harmless task can lead to hidden headaches; cross-logical files stubbornly pointing to the original library, SQL temporary objects that fail to restore correctly, and unexpected issues with file triggers, stored procedures, and journals.
I’ll walk you through exactly what can go wrong, share real examples with clear diagrams, and most importantly, show you the powerful DFRID(*YES) technique that automatically solves many of these issues. By the end of this short lesson, you’ll know how to avoid those annoying restore surprises and create clean test or recovery environments with much more confidence.
