SFID

OFTP2 file-opening command, RFC 5024.

Definition

SFID is sent by the Speaker to start a virtual file. It carries the dataset name, date (CCYYMMDD), time (HHMMSScccc), estimated size, record format and restart position. The Listener answers with SFPA (accept) or SFNA (refuse).

Origin

Defined in RFC 5024 §5.3 (ODETTE File Transfer Protocol 2), maintained by the Odette OFTP2 Experts Group of Odette International.

Example in context

SFID dataset=ORDERS_2026_0620 date=20260620 size=512 restart=0 → the Listener replies SFPA answercount=0

Related terms

• Virtual File — the abstract unit described by SFID.
• EFID / ESID — file and session closure.