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<\/span><\/div>ARCAD Transformer RPG<\/h1><\/div>FAQ<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Why did I receive an error message after the download?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nInformational message: \u00a0key generated successfully<\/h4>\n
Your request has been processed successfully. The generated key will be sent via email to the address you supplied when you filled out the form. If you do not receive this email in a short amount of time, please check your spam folder before contacting your regional sales office for assistance.<\/p>\n
Error message: \u00a0Key already generated<\/h4>\n
Only one temporary key is allowed per customer per system. This error occurs when you attempt to generate a key for a serial number already on our system. This typically happens when you cannot find the email generated during initial submission. Please check spam folders before contacting your regional sales office for assistance.<\/p>\n
Americas:\u00a0sales-us@arcadsoftware.com
\n<\/a>EMEA:\u00a0sales-eu@arcadsoftware.com
\n<\/a>Asia:\u00a0sales-asia@arcadsotware.com<\/a><\/p>\nError message: \u00a0Invalid client<\/h4>\nError message: \u00a0Invalid operation<\/h4>\nError message: \u00a0Invalid system<\/h4>\nError message: \u00a0Key generation failed<\/h4>\n
A general error has occurred. The generation of the Temporary Activation Key has failed. The system had an issue with data on the form as submitted. Check the contents of the form and make sure it is fully filled out before pressing submit. Make sure your browser is up to date, try a different browser. If you still receive any of the above general errors, contact us for assistance.<\/p>\n
Error message: \u00a0Missing data<\/h4>\n
The company, the e-mail, the serial number and the partition number are mandatory fields. Generation of a temporary key will fail unless the form is complete. Please try again after reviewing the form and supplying the required fields..<\/p>\n
Error message: \u00a0System already exists<\/h4>\n
The system (Serial Number and Partition Number) entered has already been used. It is not possible to generate a temporary key for a system already on file. If you believe this is an error, please contact us for assistance.<\/p>\n
Error message: \u00a0Email failed<\/h4>\n
The e-mail with the Temporary Activation Key failed to send. This could be due to high server volume or for other reasoins beyond our control. If this error occurs, please wait a while and try the operation again. If you continue to have problems, please contact your regional sales office.<\/p>\n
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The key server is unavailable due to maintenance or a temporary interruption of service has occurred. Your request cannot be processed at this time. Please try the request again later. If you continue to have problems, please contact your regional sales office.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Does ARCAD-Transformer RPG support passing DS into parameter?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer:\u00a0Yes\u00a0this is taken into account:<\/p>\n
Two different cases:<\/p>\n
with
\nD\u00a0 Ds_A01\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ds
\nD\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u2026
\nD\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 LastFld \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0450 \u00a0\u00a0452<\/p>\n
Simple case, a DS is used to call a pgm<\/p>\n
Call\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u2018PGM02\u2019
\nParm\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ds_A01<\/p>\n
Nothing special:<\/em><\/p>\nThe prototype defines a area of the length of the Ds, in the prototype pgm to call:<\/em><\/p>\nDcl-Ds Ds_A01;
\n\u2026<\/p>\n
LastFld\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Char(3)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pos(450);
\nEnd-Ds;<\/p>\n
Dcl-Pr Pgm_PGM02\u00a0 \u00a0ExtPgm(\u2018PGM02\u2019);
\nDs_A01\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Char(452);
\nEnd-Pr\u00a0;<\/p>\n
Call<\/em>:
\nPgm_PGM02(Ds_A01)\u00a0;<\/p>\nIf more complicated : the DS is one of the areas in input \/ output pgm ( PGM01 )<\/p>\n
*ENTRY\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PList
\nParm\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ds_A01<\/p>\n
This is more special, it is difficult to declare a Ds as entry point<\/p>\n
( possible, but only with DS \u201d Qualified \u201d and using \u201d LikeDs \u201c)<\/p>\n
That is why the method adopted is as follows:<\/p>\n
The old DS is based on a new pointer.<\/em><\/p>\nDcl-S pDs_PiParm_001\u00a0 Pointer;<\/strong>
\nDcl-Ds Ds_A01
\nBased(pDs_PiParm_001);<\/strong>
\n\u2026
\nLastFld\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Char(3)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pos(450);
\nEnd-Ds;<\/p>\nThe program parameter has another name (alpha zone).<\/em>
\nDcl-Pr Pgm_PGM01\u00a0 \u00a0ExtPgm(\u2018PGM01\u2019);
\nDs_PiParm_001\u00a0\u00a0 Char(452);
\nEnd-Pr\u00a0;<\/p>\nDcl-Pi Pgm_PGM01;
\nDs_PiParm_001\u00a0\u00a0 Char(452);
\nEnd-Pi\u00a0;<\/p>\n
And at the beginning of pgm ( or INZSR * ) :<\/em>
\nwe ensure the memory recovery of the two areas via the pointer.<\/em><\/p>\npDs_PiParm_001 = %Addr(Ds_PiParm_001);
\nSo it does not matter if the DS is input, output, or both: it works like with *ENTRY PLIST.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Does ARCAD-Transformer RPG works with RDi plug-in and 5250 interface<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer: The product is designed to use as an RDI PlugIn. The product can be used from a\u00a05250 interface, but in that case :<\/p>\n
\u2013 You would use the \u00a0ARCAD_RPG\/ACVTRPGFRE command which converts one member at a time. It is not\u00a0possible to perform mass-conversions using the 5250 interface unless other ARCAD products are installed. To apply the license key using a 5250 session use the command\u00a0ARCAD_RPG\/ALICCVTRPG.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Is the eclipse plug in available and must you be at a certain version of RDi or RDp?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>Answer: The plug in is available for for RDp 8.0, 8.5, and RDi 9.0.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Does ARCAD-Transformer RPG handle conversion of MOVE or MOVEL<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer:\u00a0YES\u00a0\u2013 The conversion of MOVE or MOVEL op codes are handled:<\/p>\n
Here is the OnLine help for MOVE and MOVEL for the ACVTRPGFRE command:<\/p>\n
MOVE, MOVEL<\/p>\n
This operation code, widely used in traditional syntax, performs operations for which the behavior depends on the type of the\u00a0variables and their length; all of the following cases are covered:<\/p>\n
\n- Figurative constant in factor 2 (*Blank, *Zero, *Hival,\u00a0*Loval, *ALL\u20190\u2032, *ALL\u2019xxxx\u2019).<\/li>\n
- With or without (p) as operation extender<\/li>\n
- Variable or fixed length field<\/li>\n
- Factor 2 field with a length less than the result field<\/li>\n
- Factor 2 field with a length greater than or equal to the\u00a0result field<\/li>\n
- Assignment with numeric conversion alpha using %XLate,\u00a0%Dec, %EditC, and possibly digital shifting by multiplying or\u00a0dividing by 10, 100, 1000.. etc\u2026<\/li>\n
- When factor 2 and\/or the result field contain a\u00a0Date\/Time\/TimeStamp field, conversion using %Date, %Time,\u00a0%TimeStamp, or %Char, %Dec using the date\/time format of the\u00a0field.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
If specified in positions 71-76, indicators are set after the\u00a0converted instruction.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Does ARCAD-Transformer RPG convert the exec SQL in RPG?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer: for SQLRPGLE it converts fixed form SQL instructions to free form SQL instruction :<\/p>\n
Ex :\u00a0 From\u00a0\u00a0 C\/EXEC SQL
\nC+\u00a0\u00a0 SELECT\u00a0 AB , CD FROM EF
\nC+\u00a0 WHERE XX = : YYY
\nC\/END-EXEC<\/p>\n
To\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Exec Sql SELECT AB, CD FROM EF<\/p>\n
WHERE\u00a0 XX = :YYY;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Does ARCAD-Transformer RPG handle OCL to CL?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer: NO\u00a0 \u2013 The converter will only convert ILE code to FREE!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Does ARCAD-Transformer RPG update the indent for Free format?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer: ARCAD-Transformer RPG takes \/Free format in account and knows the number of\u00a0 \u201cIF \u2026 ENDIF\u201d, but it does not change the indentation of the Free Format. It will however use it when classical form is enclosed between existing free format.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Does ARCAD-Transformer RPG work on Rational Developer 8.0?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer:\u00a0YES\u00a0\u2013\u00a0ARCAD Transformer RPG is usable for R.D 8.0.
\nIBM allows new syntax for H,F,D, and P Specs in LPEX only from version 9.0.x<\/p>\n
On V7R1 :<\/p>\n
\n- You need to install the PTF\u00a0SI51094,\u00a0if you want to convert classical RPGLE to all-free form RPGLE. This PTF allows the new syntax of H,F,D and P specs for RPGLE source (but not for SQLRPGLE). This PTF\u00a0is easy to install\u00a0: it took ARCAD 5 minutes, and no IPL is required.<\/li>\n
- The second \u201cDB2 PTF group SF99701 level 26\u201d is needed only to compile an SQLRPGLE which has new syntax for H,F,D and P specs.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
If it is not installed, it\u2019s possible to do the conversion with Arcad for a classical SQLRPGLE to all-free form SQLRPGLE, but the final source cannot be compiled.<\/p>\n
Be aware that this PTF group is :<\/p>\n
\n- An important part of all the PTFs included for Technology Refresh 7<\/li>\n
- Is not only for the SQLRPGLE compiler, but also many other things for DB2, \u2026 (100-200 included PTFs depending of the V7R1 PTF previous level on the system)<\/li>\n
- It took us more than 2 hours to install, and we needed to IPL twice. Here is what ARCAD suggests:<\/li>\n
- Install the PTF SI51094, with only this PTF, you\u2019ll be able to do sufficient testing for RPGLE source (compilation and conversion), with the new syntax for H, F, D, and P Specs.<\/li>\n
- Later, you can install the \u201cDB2 PTF group SF99701 level 26\u201d, if you need to have complete usage of the new syntax for SQLRPGLE.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
What we suggest:<\/p>\n
\n- Install the PTF SI51094, with only this PTF, you\u2019ll be able to do sufficient testing for RPGLE source (compilation and conversion), with the new syntax for H, F, D, and P Specs.<\/li>\n
- Later, you can install the \u201cDB2 PTF group SF99701 level 26\u201d, if you need to have complete usage of the new syntax for SQLRPGLE.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>How do you license the converter? 'Conversion Options' saved for just the user? Or can they be changed & saved for all?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer: The license is calculated by number of programs to convert. 1000, 2000 etc\u2026.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>What about CASxx?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer:\u00a0The converter will handle CASxx, CABxx, GOTO and so on. For CASxx the converter does the following:<\/p>\n
If there are indicators, first test factor 1 and factor 2, then manage subroutine execution according to the condition. However, the conversion of the CASxx, CAS, ENDCS group has 2 possibilities:<\/p>\n
\n- If at least one of the CASxx statements has an indicator in positions 71-76, it will be converted to \u201cIf \u2026\u201d, \u201cExsr \u2026\u201d, \u201cEndIf\u201d.<\/li>\n
- If none of the CASxx statements has an indicator in positions 71-76, this will be structured better: \u201cSelect\u201d, \u201cWhen \u2026\u201d , \u201cExsr \u2026\u201d, \u2026 \u201cEndSl\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Is this tool available as part of TR7?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer: No, the product is purchased directly from Arcad or your IBM sales representative. It works in conjuction with new compiler in TR7.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>I thought I noticed some indicators being changed into variables. Is that for opcodes like CABxx?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer:\u00a0No, indicator are changed to variables. They are used in Free format with their *INxx name.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Is ARCAD using the new modernization techniques (eg: using Handler in the F spec) while converting the legacy code?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer:\u00a0No, the goal of the ARCAD conversion process is that the program functions the same as before, but is now in Free format.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Are there any issues with performance after the conversion. Do you have any stats available from a CPU usage perspective?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer: Typically, the programs converted to Free format perform the same as programs coded in classical format. There could be slight differences for some operations (like MOVE(L)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Alpha\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Numeric), because the instructions in Free format are longer, but it is negligable. We have no CPU usage statistics.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>How does SQLRPG conversion work?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer:\u00a0RPG or SQLRPG must first been converted to RPGLE\/SQLRPGLE And then Arcad Transformer RPG can convert to Free form.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>ARCAD will convert most programs to free. For those that don't convert, do they always issue a compile error or might they compile but not run correctly?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer:\u00a0We did a test with 1,980 (SQL)RPGLE \u00a0Arcad programs :
\nAfter conversion, only 9 programs did not compile due to the following line of code:
\nADD\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 *ALL\u20199\u2019\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FLdNum
\nOr because a data structure began in a Copy clause and continued into the main source after \/COPY.
\nFor 200 of the programs, we had at least one \u201cWarning\u201d : \u00a0In this case, a developer needed to examine the use of %Found\/%Equal\u00a0 after SCAN, CHECK\u2026
\nThe following is from our online help :<\/p>\n
IMPORTANT : Difference in behavior of RPGLE-Free<\/p>\n
The transformation of RPGLE to a more modern syntax may be inconvenient to perform, but should be seen as an opportunity.
\nIn calculations and numerical assignments with Free syntax, it is no longer possible to have a result value larger than the capacity of the result variable, or to have certain invalid values. So, while old operations allowed the truncation of the result value (whether intended by the programmer or not!), the same operations performed with Free syntax will generate an error.
\nThis is a perfect chance to clean up your code, because often these were \u201chidden bugs\u201d.
\nExample 1: numeric value too large<\/strong>
\nBefore:<\/strong>
\nC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Move(p)\u00a0 1234\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 WVar04\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 defined P(4,0)
\nC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Z-add\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 WVar04\u00a0 WVar03\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 defined P(3,0)
\n(result was 234 in WVar03)
\nAfter:<\/strong>
\nWVar04 = 1234;
\nWVar03 = WVar04;
\n(error at execution: MCH1210 Receiver value too small to hold result.)<\/p>\nExample 2: invalid numeric value<\/strong>
\nBefore:<\/strong>
\nC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Move\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u201945R\u2019\u00a0\u00a0 WVarA3\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 defined A(3)
\nC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Move\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 WVarA3\u00a0 WVar03\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 defined P(3,0)
\n(result was -459 in WVar03)
\nAfter:<\/strong>
\nWVarA3 = \u201945R\u2019;
\nWVar03 = %Dec(%XLate(\u2018 \u2018:\u20190\u2019:
\nWVarA3):3:0);
\n(error at execution: RNX0105 : A character representation of a numeric value is in error.).
\nWe at ARCAD encountered only 3 cases like this when we tested using our programs.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>What makes October 8 a red-letter day on the IBM i calendar?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nWith the IBM i 7.1 Technology Refresh 7 announcement on October 7 comes the long-awaited news that all current RPG IV features are now supported in RPG Free.\u00a0\u00a0 The importance of this announcement cannot be overstated. RPG is uplifted to the status of a truly modern language, with multifold benefits for users of IBM i and a strategic impact on the future of the platform itself.<\/span><\/p>\nOn the following day IBM and ARCAD Software announce a tool to automatically convert RPGLE sources into RPG Free.\u00a0 ARCAD-Transformer RPG (aka IBM Rational ARCAD-Converter) achieves near 100% conversion rates of any RPG IV code including calculation specifications (C) and declaration specifications (H, F, D, P).<\/p>\n
Let us consider the implications of this double announcement.\u00a0 RPG free form syntax frees developers from fixed column entry allowing natural left-to-right indented logic similar to most other languages today (such as Java or C# for example).\u00a0 Taken at face value, this syntax significantly improves coding efficiency and the readability of sources.\u00a0 But the true value is much more compelling.\u00a0\u00a0Free syntax moves RPG away from a closed shop.\u00a0 RPG Free can be easily understood by developers of all creeds, from new graduates to platform veterans.<\/p>\n
This definitively resolves the resource squeeze that has been felt by IBM i development organizations for many years.\u00a0 In a single pass, it is possible to convert a legacy RPG application into free syntax that can in principle be maintained by any developer on the market.<\/p>\n
Further still, the readability advantage and the ability to freely switch between modern languages now gives RPG a lead over its traditional rival COBOL.\u00a0 (The universal business language has stayed unchanged since COBOL 84).<\/p>\n
By selecting RPG Free for new development projects, IT managers gain access to several unique benefits of the IBM i platform, not least the database technology.<\/p>\n
Still not convinced?<\/p>\n
So let\u2019s take a closer look at Free Format RPG and the ARCAD-Transformer RPG\u00a0tool itself\u2026<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
FAQ<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Why did I receive an error message after the download?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nInformational message: \u00a0key generated successfully<\/h4>\n
Your request has been processed successfully. The generated key will be sent via email to the address you supplied when you filled out the form. If you do not receive this email in a short amount of time, please check your spam folder before contacting your regional sales office for assistance.<\/p>\n
Error message: \u00a0Key already generated<\/h4>\n
Only one temporary key is allowed per customer per system. This error occurs when you attempt to generate a key for a serial number already on our system. This typically happens when you cannot find the email generated during initial submission. Please check spam folders before contacting your regional sales office for assistance.<\/p>\n
Americas:\u00a0sales-us@arcadsoftware.com
\n<\/a>EMEA:\u00a0sales-eu@arcadsoftware.com
\n<\/a>Asia:\u00a0sales-asia@arcadsotware.com<\/a><\/p>\nError message: \u00a0Invalid client<\/h4>\nError message: \u00a0Invalid operation<\/h4>\nError message: \u00a0Invalid system<\/h4>\nError message: \u00a0Key generation failed<\/h4>\n
A general error has occurred. The generation of the Temporary Activation Key has failed. The system had an issue with data on the form as submitted. Check the contents of the form and make sure it is fully filled out before pressing submit. Make sure your browser is up to date, try a different browser. If you still receive any of the above general errors, contact us for assistance.<\/p>\n
Error message: \u00a0Missing data<\/h4>\n
The company, the e-mail, the serial number and the partition number are mandatory fields. Generation of a temporary key will fail unless the form is complete. Please try again after reviewing the form and supplying the required fields..<\/p>\n
Error message: \u00a0System already exists<\/h4>\n
The system (Serial Number and Partition Number) entered has already been used. It is not possible to generate a temporary key for a system already on file. If you believe this is an error, please contact us for assistance.<\/p>\n
Error message: \u00a0Email failed<\/h4>\n
The e-mail with the Temporary Activation Key failed to send. This could be due to high server volume or for other reasoins beyond our control. If this error occurs, please wait a while and try the operation again. If you continue to have problems, please contact your regional sales office.<\/p>\n
Error message: \u00a0Key server unavailable<\/h4>\n
The key server is unavailable due to maintenance or a temporary interruption of service has occurred. Your request cannot be processed at this time. Please try the request again later. If you continue to have problems, please contact your regional sales office.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Does ARCAD-Transformer RPG support passing DS into parameter?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer:\u00a0Yes\u00a0this is taken into account:<\/p>\n
Two different cases:<\/p>\n
with
\nD\u00a0 Ds_A01\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ds
\nD\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u2026
\nD\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 LastFld \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0450 \u00a0\u00a0452<\/p>\n
Simple case, a DS is used to call a pgm<\/p>\n
Call\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u2018PGM02\u2019
\nParm\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ds_A01<\/p>\n
Nothing special:<\/em><\/p>\nThe prototype defines a area of the length of the Ds, in the prototype pgm to call:<\/em><\/p>\nDcl-Ds Ds_A01;
\n\u2026<\/p>\n
LastFld\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Char(3)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pos(450);
\nEnd-Ds;<\/p>\n
Dcl-Pr Pgm_PGM02\u00a0 \u00a0ExtPgm(\u2018PGM02\u2019);
\nDs_A01\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Char(452);
\nEnd-Pr\u00a0;<\/p>\n
Call<\/em>:
\nPgm_PGM02(Ds_A01)\u00a0;<\/p>\nIf more complicated : the DS is one of the areas in input \/ output pgm ( PGM01 )<\/p>\n
*ENTRY\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PList
\nParm\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ds_A01<\/p>\n
This is more special, it is difficult to declare a Ds as entry point<\/p>\n
( possible, but only with DS \u201d Qualified \u201d and using \u201d LikeDs \u201c)<\/p>\n
That is why the method adopted is as follows:<\/p>\n
The old DS is based on a new pointer.<\/em><\/p>\nDcl-S pDs_PiParm_001\u00a0 Pointer;<\/strong>
\nDcl-Ds Ds_A01
\nBased(pDs_PiParm_001);<\/strong>
\n\u2026
\nLastFld\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Char(3)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pos(450);
\nEnd-Ds;<\/p>\nThe program parameter has another name (alpha zone).<\/em>
\nDcl-Pr Pgm_PGM01\u00a0 \u00a0ExtPgm(\u2018PGM01\u2019);
\nDs_PiParm_001\u00a0\u00a0 Char(452);
\nEnd-Pr\u00a0;<\/p>\nDcl-Pi Pgm_PGM01;
\nDs_PiParm_001\u00a0\u00a0 Char(452);
\nEnd-Pi\u00a0;<\/p>\n
And at the beginning of pgm ( or INZSR * ) :<\/em>
\nwe ensure the memory recovery of the two areas via the pointer.<\/em><\/p>\npDs_PiParm_001 = %Addr(Ds_PiParm_001);
\nSo it does not matter if the DS is input, output, or both: it works like with *ENTRY PLIST.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Does ARCAD-Transformer RPG works with RDi plug-in and 5250 interface<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer: The product is designed to use as an RDI PlugIn. The product can be used from a\u00a05250 interface, but in that case :<\/p>\n
\u2013 You would use the \u00a0ARCAD_RPG\/ACVTRPGFRE command which converts one member at a time. It is not\u00a0possible to perform mass-conversions using the 5250 interface unless other ARCAD products are installed. To apply the license key using a 5250 session use the command\u00a0ARCAD_RPG\/ALICCVTRPG.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Is the eclipse plug in available and must you be at a certain version of RDi or RDp?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>Answer: The plug in is available for for RDp 8.0, 8.5, and RDi 9.0.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Does ARCAD-Transformer RPG handle conversion of MOVE or MOVEL<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer:\u00a0YES\u00a0\u2013 The conversion of MOVE or MOVEL op codes are handled:<\/p>\n
Here is the OnLine help for MOVE and MOVEL for the ACVTRPGFRE command:<\/p>\n
MOVE, MOVEL<\/p>\n
This operation code, widely used in traditional syntax, performs operations for which the behavior depends on the type of the\u00a0variables and their length; all of the following cases are covered:<\/p>\n
\n- Figurative constant in factor 2 (*Blank, *Zero, *Hival,\u00a0*Loval, *ALL\u20190\u2032, *ALL\u2019xxxx\u2019).<\/li>\n
- With or without (p) as operation extender<\/li>\n
- Variable or fixed length field<\/li>\n
- Factor 2 field with a length less than the result field<\/li>\n
- Factor 2 field with a length greater than or equal to the\u00a0result field<\/li>\n
- Assignment with numeric conversion alpha using %XLate,\u00a0%Dec, %EditC, and possibly digital shifting by multiplying or\u00a0dividing by 10, 100, 1000.. etc\u2026<\/li>\n
- When factor 2 and\/or the result field contain a\u00a0Date\/Time\/TimeStamp field, conversion using %Date, %Time,\u00a0%TimeStamp, or %Char, %Dec using the date\/time format of the\u00a0field.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
If specified in positions 71-76, indicators are set after the\u00a0converted instruction.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Does ARCAD-Transformer RPG convert the exec SQL in RPG?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer: for SQLRPGLE it converts fixed form SQL instructions to free form SQL instruction :<\/p>\n
Ex :\u00a0 From\u00a0\u00a0 C\/EXEC SQL
\nC+\u00a0\u00a0 SELECT\u00a0 AB , CD FROM EF
\nC+\u00a0 WHERE XX = : YYY
\nC\/END-EXEC<\/p>\n
To\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Exec Sql SELECT AB, CD FROM EF<\/p>\n
WHERE\u00a0 XX = :YYY;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Does ARCAD-Transformer RPG handle OCL to CL?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer: NO\u00a0 \u2013 The converter will only convert ILE code to FREE!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Does ARCAD-Transformer RPG update the indent for Free format?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer: ARCAD-Transformer RPG takes \/Free format in account and knows the number of\u00a0 \u201cIF \u2026 ENDIF\u201d, but it does not change the indentation of the Free Format. It will however use it when classical form is enclosed between existing free format.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Does ARCAD-Transformer RPG work on Rational Developer 8.0?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer:\u00a0YES\u00a0\u2013\u00a0ARCAD Transformer RPG is usable for R.D 8.0.
\nIBM allows new syntax for H,F,D, and P Specs in LPEX only from version 9.0.x<\/p>\n
On V7R1 :<\/p>\n
\n- You need to install the PTF\u00a0SI51094,\u00a0if you want to convert classical RPGLE to all-free form RPGLE. This PTF allows the new syntax of H,F,D and P specs for RPGLE source (but not for SQLRPGLE). This PTF\u00a0is easy to install\u00a0: it took ARCAD 5 minutes, and no IPL is required.<\/li>\n
- The second \u201cDB2 PTF group SF99701 level 26\u201d is needed only to compile an SQLRPGLE which has new syntax for H,F,D and P specs.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
If it is not installed, it\u2019s possible to do the conversion with Arcad for a classical SQLRPGLE to all-free form SQLRPGLE, but the final source cannot be compiled.<\/p>\n
Be aware that this PTF group is :<\/p>\n
\n- An important part of all the PTFs included for Technology Refresh 7<\/li>\n
- Is not only for the SQLRPGLE compiler, but also many other things for DB2, \u2026 (100-200 included PTFs depending of the V7R1 PTF previous level on the system)<\/li>\n
- It took us more than 2 hours to install, and we needed to IPL twice. Here is what ARCAD suggests:<\/li>\n
- Install the PTF SI51094, with only this PTF, you\u2019ll be able to do sufficient testing for RPGLE source (compilation and conversion), with the new syntax for H, F, D, and P Specs.<\/li>\n
- Later, you can install the \u201cDB2 PTF group SF99701 level 26\u201d, if you need to have complete usage of the new syntax for SQLRPGLE.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
What we suggest:<\/p>\n
\n- Install the PTF SI51094, with only this PTF, you\u2019ll be able to do sufficient testing for RPGLE source (compilation and conversion), with the new syntax for H, F, D, and P Specs.<\/li>\n
- Later, you can install the \u201cDB2 PTF group SF99701 level 26\u201d, if you need to have complete usage of the new syntax for SQLRPGLE.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>How do you license the converter? 'Conversion Options' saved for just the user? Or can they be changed & saved for all?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer: The license is calculated by number of programs to convert. 1000, 2000 etc\u2026.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>What about CASxx?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer:\u00a0The converter will handle CASxx, CABxx, GOTO and so on. For CASxx the converter does the following:<\/p>\n
If there are indicators, first test factor 1 and factor 2, then manage subroutine execution according to the condition. However, the conversion of the CASxx, CAS, ENDCS group has 2 possibilities:<\/p>\n
\n- If at least one of the CASxx statements has an indicator in positions 71-76, it will be converted to \u201cIf \u2026\u201d, \u201cExsr \u2026\u201d, \u201cEndIf\u201d.<\/li>\n
- If none of the CASxx statements has an indicator in positions 71-76, this will be structured better: \u201cSelect\u201d, \u201cWhen \u2026\u201d , \u201cExsr \u2026\u201d, \u2026 \u201cEndSl\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Is this tool available as part of TR7?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer: No, the product is purchased directly from Arcad or your IBM sales representative. It works in conjuction with new compiler in TR7.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>I thought I noticed some indicators being changed into variables. Is that for opcodes like CABxx?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer:\u00a0No, indicator are changed to variables. They are used in Free format with their *INxx name.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Is ARCAD using the new modernization techniques (eg: using Handler in the F spec) while converting the legacy code?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer:\u00a0No, the goal of the ARCAD conversion process is that the program functions the same as before, but is now in Free format.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Are there any issues with performance after the conversion. Do you have any stats available from a CPU usage perspective?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer: Typically, the programs converted to Free format perform the same as programs coded in classical format. There could be slight differences for some operations (like MOVE(L)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Alpha\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Numeric), because the instructions in Free format are longer, but it is negligable. We have no CPU usage statistics.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>How does SQLRPG conversion work?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer:\u00a0RPG or SQLRPG must first been converted to RPGLE\/SQLRPGLE And then Arcad Transformer RPG can convert to Free form.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>ARCAD will convert most programs to free. For those that don't convert, do they always issue a compile error or might they compile but not run correctly?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer:\u00a0We did a test with 1,980 (SQL)RPGLE \u00a0Arcad programs :
\nAfter conversion, only 9 programs did not compile due to the following line of code:
\nADD\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 *ALL\u20199\u2019\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FLdNum
\nOr because a data structure began in a Copy clause and continued into the main source after \/COPY.
\nFor 200 of the programs, we had at least one \u201cWarning\u201d : \u00a0In this case, a developer needed to examine the use of %Found\/%Equal\u00a0 after SCAN, CHECK\u2026
\nThe following is from our online help :<\/p>\n
IMPORTANT : Difference in behavior of RPGLE-Free<\/p>\n
The transformation of RPGLE to a more modern syntax may be inconvenient to perform, but should be seen as an opportunity.
\nIn calculations and numerical assignments with Free syntax, it is no longer possible to have a result value larger than the capacity of the result variable, or to have certain invalid values. So, while old operations allowed the truncation of the result value (whether intended by the programmer or not!), the same operations performed with Free syntax will generate an error.
\nThis is a perfect chance to clean up your code, because often these were \u201chidden bugs\u201d.
\nExample 1: numeric value too large<\/strong>
\nBefore:<\/strong>
\nC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Move(p)\u00a0 1234\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 WVar04\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 defined P(4,0)
\nC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Z-add\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 WVar04\u00a0 WVar03\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 defined P(3,0)
\n(result was 234 in WVar03)
\nAfter:<\/strong>
\nWVar04 = 1234;
\nWVar03 = WVar04;
\n(error at execution: MCH1210 Receiver value too small to hold result.)<\/p>\nExample 2: invalid numeric value<\/strong>
\nBefore:<\/strong>
\nC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Move\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u201945R\u2019\u00a0\u00a0 WVarA3\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 defined A(3)
\nC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Move\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 WVarA3\u00a0 WVar03\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 defined P(3,0)
\n(result was -459 in WVar03)
\nAfter:<\/strong>
\nWVarA3 = \u201945R\u2019;
\nWVar03 = %Dec(%XLate(\u2018 \u2018:\u20190\u2019:
\nWVarA3):3:0);
\n(error at execution: RNX0105 : A character representation of a numeric value is in error.).
\nWe at ARCAD encountered only 3 cases like this when we tested using our programs.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>What makes October 8 a red-letter day on the IBM i calendar?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nWith the IBM i 7.1 Technology Refresh 7 announcement on October 7 comes the long-awaited news that all current RPG IV features are now supported in RPG Free.\u00a0\u00a0 The importance of this announcement cannot be overstated. RPG is uplifted to the status of a truly modern language, with multifold benefits for users of IBM i and a strategic impact on the future of the platform itself.<\/span><\/p>\nOn the following day IBM and ARCAD Software announce a tool to automatically convert RPGLE sources into RPG Free.\u00a0 ARCAD-Transformer RPG (aka IBM Rational ARCAD-Converter) achieves near 100% conversion rates of any RPG IV code including calculation specifications (C) and declaration specifications (H, F, D, P).<\/p>\n
Let us consider the implications of this double announcement.\u00a0 RPG free form syntax frees developers from fixed column entry allowing natural left-to-right indented logic similar to most other languages today (such as Java or C# for example).\u00a0 Taken at face value, this syntax significantly improves coding efficiency and the readability of sources.\u00a0 But the true value is much more compelling.\u00a0\u00a0Free syntax moves RPG away from a closed shop.\u00a0 RPG Free can be easily understood by developers of all creeds, from new graduates to platform veterans.<\/p>\n
This definitively resolves the resource squeeze that has been felt by IBM i development organizations for many years.\u00a0 In a single pass, it is possible to convert a legacy RPG application into free syntax that can in principle be maintained by any developer on the market.<\/p>\n
Further still, the readability advantage and the ability to freely switch between modern languages now gives RPG a lead over its traditional rival COBOL.\u00a0 (The universal business language has stayed unchanged since COBOL 84).<\/p>\n
By selecting RPG Free for new development projects, IT managers gain access to several unique benefits of the IBM i platform, not least the database technology.<\/p>\n
Still not convinced?<\/p>\n
So let\u2019s take a closer look at Free Format RPG and the ARCAD-Transformer RPG\u00a0tool itself\u2026<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Why did I receive an error message after the download?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nInformational message: \u00a0key generated successfully<\/h4>\n
Your request has been processed successfully. The generated key will be sent via email to the address you supplied when you filled out the form. If you do not receive this email in a short amount of time, please check your spam folder before contacting your regional sales office for assistance.<\/p>\n
Error message: \u00a0Key already generated<\/h4>\n
Only one temporary key is allowed per customer per system. This error occurs when you attempt to generate a key for a serial number already on our system. This typically happens when you cannot find the email generated during initial submission. Please check spam folders before contacting your regional sales office for assistance.<\/p>\n
Americas:\u00a0sales-us@arcadsoftware.com
\n<\/a>EMEA:\u00a0sales-eu@arcadsoftware.com
\n<\/a>Asia:\u00a0sales-asia@arcadsotware.com<\/a><\/p>\nError message: \u00a0Invalid client<\/h4>\nError message: \u00a0Invalid operation<\/h4>\nError message: \u00a0Invalid system<\/h4>\nError message: \u00a0Key generation failed<\/h4>\n
A general error has occurred. The generation of the Temporary Activation Key has failed. The system had an issue with data on the form as submitted. Check the contents of the form and make sure it is fully filled out before pressing submit. Make sure your browser is up to date, try a different browser. If you still receive any of the above general errors, contact us for assistance.<\/p>\n
Error message: \u00a0Missing data<\/h4>\n
The company, the e-mail, the serial number and the partition number are mandatory fields. Generation of a temporary key will fail unless the form is complete. Please try again after reviewing the form and supplying the required fields..<\/p>\n
Error message: \u00a0System already exists<\/h4>\n
The system (Serial Number and Partition Number) entered has already been used. It is not possible to generate a temporary key for a system already on file. If you believe this is an error, please contact us for assistance.<\/p>\n
Error message: \u00a0Email failed<\/h4>\n
The e-mail with the Temporary Activation Key failed to send. This could be due to high server volume or for other reasoins beyond our control. If this error occurs, please wait a while and try the operation again. If you continue to have problems, please contact your regional sales office.<\/p>\n
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The key server is unavailable due to maintenance or a temporary interruption of service has occurred. Your request cannot be processed at this time. Please try the request again later. If you continue to have problems, please contact your regional sales office.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Does ARCAD-Transformer RPG support passing DS into parameter?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer:\u00a0Yes\u00a0this is taken into account:<\/p>\n
Two different cases:<\/p>\n
with
\nD\u00a0 Ds_A01\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ds
\nD\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u2026
\nD\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 LastFld \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0450 \u00a0\u00a0452<\/p>\n
Simple case, a DS is used to call a pgm<\/p>\n
Call\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u2018PGM02\u2019
\nParm\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ds_A01<\/p>\n
Nothing special:<\/em><\/p>\nThe prototype defines a area of the length of the Ds, in the prototype pgm to call:<\/em><\/p>\nDcl-Ds Ds_A01;
\n\u2026<\/p>\n
LastFld\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Char(3)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pos(450);
\nEnd-Ds;<\/p>\n
Dcl-Pr Pgm_PGM02\u00a0 \u00a0ExtPgm(\u2018PGM02\u2019);
\nDs_A01\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Char(452);
\nEnd-Pr\u00a0;<\/p>\n
Call<\/em>:
\nPgm_PGM02(Ds_A01)\u00a0;<\/p>\nIf more complicated : the DS is one of the areas in input \/ output pgm ( PGM01 )<\/p>\n
*ENTRY\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PList
\nParm\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ds_A01<\/p>\n
This is more special, it is difficult to declare a Ds as entry point<\/p>\n
( possible, but only with DS \u201d Qualified \u201d and using \u201d LikeDs \u201c)<\/p>\n
That is why the method adopted is as follows:<\/p>\n
The old DS is based on a new pointer.<\/em><\/p>\nDcl-S pDs_PiParm_001\u00a0 Pointer;<\/strong>
\nDcl-Ds Ds_A01
\nBased(pDs_PiParm_001);<\/strong>
\n\u2026
\nLastFld\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Char(3)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pos(450);
\nEnd-Ds;<\/p>\nThe program parameter has another name (alpha zone).<\/em>
\nDcl-Pr Pgm_PGM01\u00a0 \u00a0ExtPgm(\u2018PGM01\u2019);
\nDs_PiParm_001\u00a0\u00a0 Char(452);
\nEnd-Pr\u00a0;<\/p>\nDcl-Pi Pgm_PGM01;
\nDs_PiParm_001\u00a0\u00a0 Char(452);
\nEnd-Pi\u00a0;<\/p>\n
And at the beginning of pgm ( or INZSR * ) :<\/em>
\nwe ensure the memory recovery of the two areas via the pointer.<\/em><\/p>\npDs_PiParm_001 = %Addr(Ds_PiParm_001);
\nSo it does not matter if the DS is input, output, or both: it works like with *ENTRY PLIST.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Does ARCAD-Transformer RPG works with RDi plug-in and 5250 interface<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer: The product is designed to use as an RDI PlugIn. The product can be used from a\u00a05250 interface, but in that case :<\/p>\n
\u2013 You would use the \u00a0ARCAD_RPG\/ACVTRPGFRE command which converts one member at a time. It is not\u00a0possible to perform mass-conversions using the 5250 interface unless other ARCAD products are installed. To apply the license key using a 5250 session use the command\u00a0ARCAD_RPG\/ALICCVTRPG.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Is the eclipse plug in available and must you be at a certain version of RDi or RDp?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>Answer: The plug in is available for for RDp 8.0, 8.5, and RDi 9.0.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Does ARCAD-Transformer RPG handle conversion of MOVE or MOVEL<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer:\u00a0YES\u00a0\u2013 The conversion of MOVE or MOVEL op codes are handled:<\/p>\n
Here is the OnLine help for MOVE and MOVEL for the ACVTRPGFRE command:<\/p>\n
MOVE, MOVEL<\/p>\n
This operation code, widely used in traditional syntax, performs operations for which the behavior depends on the type of the\u00a0variables and their length; all of the following cases are covered:<\/p>\n
\n- Figurative constant in factor 2 (*Blank, *Zero, *Hival,\u00a0*Loval, *ALL\u20190\u2032, *ALL\u2019xxxx\u2019).<\/li>\n
- With or without (p) as operation extender<\/li>\n
- Variable or fixed length field<\/li>\n
- Factor 2 field with a length less than the result field<\/li>\n
- Factor 2 field with a length greater than or equal to the\u00a0result field<\/li>\n
- Assignment with numeric conversion alpha using %XLate,\u00a0%Dec, %EditC, and possibly digital shifting by multiplying or\u00a0dividing by 10, 100, 1000.. etc\u2026<\/li>\n
- When factor 2 and\/or the result field contain a\u00a0Date\/Time\/TimeStamp field, conversion using %Date, %Time,\u00a0%TimeStamp, or %Char, %Dec using the date\/time format of the\u00a0field.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
If specified in positions 71-76, indicators are set after the\u00a0converted instruction.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Does ARCAD-Transformer RPG convert the exec SQL in RPG?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer: for SQLRPGLE it converts fixed form SQL instructions to free form SQL instruction :<\/p>\n
Ex :\u00a0 From\u00a0\u00a0 C\/EXEC SQL
\nC+\u00a0\u00a0 SELECT\u00a0 AB , CD FROM EF
\nC+\u00a0 WHERE XX = : YYY
\nC\/END-EXEC<\/p>\n
To\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Exec Sql SELECT AB, CD FROM EF<\/p>\n
WHERE\u00a0 XX = :YYY;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Does ARCAD-Transformer RPG handle OCL to CL?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer: NO\u00a0 \u2013 The converter will only convert ILE code to FREE!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Does ARCAD-Transformer RPG update the indent for Free format?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer: ARCAD-Transformer RPG takes \/Free format in account and knows the number of\u00a0 \u201cIF \u2026 ENDIF\u201d, but it does not change the indentation of the Free Format. It will however use it when classical form is enclosed between existing free format.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Does ARCAD-Transformer RPG work on Rational Developer 8.0?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer:\u00a0YES\u00a0\u2013\u00a0ARCAD Transformer RPG is usable for R.D 8.0.
\nIBM allows new syntax for H,F,D, and P Specs in LPEX only from version 9.0.x<\/p>\n
On V7R1 :<\/p>\n
\n- You need to install the PTF\u00a0SI51094,\u00a0if you want to convert classical RPGLE to all-free form RPGLE. This PTF allows the new syntax of H,F,D and P specs for RPGLE source (but not for SQLRPGLE). This PTF\u00a0is easy to install\u00a0: it took ARCAD 5 minutes, and no IPL is required.<\/li>\n
- The second \u201cDB2 PTF group SF99701 level 26\u201d is needed only to compile an SQLRPGLE which has new syntax for H,F,D and P specs.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
If it is not installed, it\u2019s possible to do the conversion with Arcad for a classical SQLRPGLE to all-free form SQLRPGLE, but the final source cannot be compiled.<\/p>\n
Be aware that this PTF group is :<\/p>\n
\n- An important part of all the PTFs included for Technology Refresh 7<\/li>\n
- Is not only for the SQLRPGLE compiler, but also many other things for DB2, \u2026 (100-200 included PTFs depending of the V7R1 PTF previous level on the system)<\/li>\n
- It took us more than 2 hours to install, and we needed to IPL twice. Here is what ARCAD suggests:<\/li>\n
- Install the PTF SI51094, with only this PTF, you\u2019ll be able to do sufficient testing for RPGLE source (compilation and conversion), with the new syntax for H, F, D, and P Specs.<\/li>\n
- Later, you can install the \u201cDB2 PTF group SF99701 level 26\u201d, if you need to have complete usage of the new syntax for SQLRPGLE.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
What we suggest:<\/p>\n
\n- Install the PTF SI51094, with only this PTF, you\u2019ll be able to do sufficient testing for RPGLE source (compilation and conversion), with the new syntax for H, F, D, and P Specs.<\/li>\n
- Later, you can install the \u201cDB2 PTF group SF99701 level 26\u201d, if you need to have complete usage of the new syntax for SQLRPGLE.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>How do you license the converter? 'Conversion Options' saved for just the user? Or can they be changed & saved for all?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer: The license is calculated by number of programs to convert. 1000, 2000 etc\u2026.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>What about CASxx?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer:\u00a0The converter will handle CASxx, CABxx, GOTO and so on. For CASxx the converter does the following:<\/p>\n
If there are indicators, first test factor 1 and factor 2, then manage subroutine execution according to the condition. However, the conversion of the CASxx, CAS, ENDCS group has 2 possibilities:<\/p>\n
\n- If at least one of the CASxx statements has an indicator in positions 71-76, it will be converted to \u201cIf \u2026\u201d, \u201cExsr \u2026\u201d, \u201cEndIf\u201d.<\/li>\n
- If none of the CASxx statements has an indicator in positions 71-76, this will be structured better: \u201cSelect\u201d, \u201cWhen \u2026\u201d , \u201cExsr \u2026\u201d, \u2026 \u201cEndSl\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Is this tool available as part of TR7?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer: No, the product is purchased directly from Arcad or your IBM sales representative. It works in conjuction with new compiler in TR7.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>I thought I noticed some indicators being changed into variables. Is that for opcodes like CABxx?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer:\u00a0No, indicator are changed to variables. They are used in Free format with their *INxx name.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Is ARCAD using the new modernization techniques (eg: using Handler in the F spec) while converting the legacy code?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer:\u00a0No, the goal of the ARCAD conversion process is that the program functions the same as before, but is now in Free format.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Are there any issues with performance after the conversion. Do you have any stats available from a CPU usage perspective?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer: Typically, the programs converted to Free format perform the same as programs coded in classical format. There could be slight differences for some operations (like MOVE(L)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Alpha\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Numeric), because the instructions in Free format are longer, but it is negligable. We have no CPU usage statistics.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>How does SQLRPG conversion work?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer:\u00a0RPG or SQLRPG must first been converted to RPGLE\/SQLRPGLE And then Arcad Transformer RPG can convert to Free form.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>ARCAD will convert most programs to free. For those that don't convert, do they always issue a compile error or might they compile but not run correctly?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAnswer:\u00a0We did a test with 1,980 (SQL)RPGLE \u00a0Arcad programs :
\nAfter conversion, only 9 programs did not compile due to the following line of code:
\nADD\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 *ALL\u20199\u2019\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FLdNum
\nOr because a data structure began in a Copy clause and continued into the main source after \/COPY.
\nFor 200 of the programs, we had at least one \u201cWarning\u201d : \u00a0In this case, a developer needed to examine the use of %Found\/%Equal\u00a0 after SCAN, CHECK\u2026
\nThe following is from our online help :<\/p>\n
IMPORTANT : Difference in behavior of RPGLE-Free<\/p>\n
The transformation of RPGLE to a more modern syntax may be inconvenient to perform, but should be seen as an opportunity.
\nIn calculations and numerical assignments with Free syntax, it is no longer possible to have a result value larger than the capacity of the result variable, or to have certain invalid values. So, while old operations allowed the truncation of the result value (whether intended by the programmer or not!), the same operations performed with Free syntax will generate an error.
\nThis is a perfect chance to clean up your code, because often these were \u201chidden bugs\u201d.
\nExample 1: numeric value too large<\/strong>
\nBefore:<\/strong>
\nC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Move(p)\u00a0 1234\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 WVar04\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 defined P(4,0)
\nC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Z-add\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 WVar04\u00a0 WVar03\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 defined P(3,0)
\n(result was 234 in WVar03)
\nAfter:<\/strong>
\nWVar04 = 1234;
\nWVar03 = WVar04;
\n(error at execution: MCH1210 Receiver value too small to hold result.)<\/p>\nExample 2: invalid numeric value<\/strong>
\nBefore:<\/strong>
\nC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Move\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u201945R\u2019\u00a0\u00a0 WVarA3\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 defined A(3)
\nC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Move\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 WVarA3\u00a0 WVar03\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 defined P(3,0)
\n(result was -459 in WVar03)
\nAfter:<\/strong>
\nWVarA3 = \u201945R\u2019;
\nWVar03 = %Dec(%XLate(\u2018 \u2018:\u20190\u2019:
\nWVarA3):3:0);
\n(error at execution: RNX0105 : A character representation of a numeric value is in error.).
\nWe at ARCAD encountered only 3 cases like this when we tested using our programs.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>What makes October 8 a red-letter day on the IBM i calendar?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nWith the IBM i 7.1 Technology Refresh 7 announcement on October 7 comes the long-awaited news that all current RPG IV features are now supported in RPG Free.\u00a0\u00a0 The importance of this announcement cannot be overstated. RPG is uplifted to the status of a truly modern language, with multifold benefits for users of IBM i and a strategic impact on the future of the platform itself.<\/span><\/p>\nOn the following day IBM and ARCAD Software announce a tool to automatically convert RPGLE sources into RPG Free.\u00a0 ARCAD-Transformer RPG (aka IBM Rational ARCAD-Converter) achieves near 100% conversion rates of any RPG IV code including calculation specifications (C) and declaration specifications (H, F, D, P).<\/p>\n
Let us consider the implications of this double announcement.\u00a0 RPG free form syntax frees developers from fixed column entry allowing natural left-to-right indented logic similar to most other languages today (such as Java or C# for example).\u00a0 Taken at face value, this syntax significantly improves coding efficiency and the readability of sources.\u00a0 But the true value is much more compelling.\u00a0\u00a0Free syntax moves RPG away from a closed shop.\u00a0 RPG Free can be easily understood by developers of all creeds, from new graduates to platform veterans.<\/p>\n
This definitively resolves the resource squeeze that has been felt by IBM i development organizations for many years.\u00a0 In a single pass, it is possible to convert a legacy RPG application into free syntax that can in principle be maintained by any developer on the market.<\/p>\n
Further still, the readability advantage and the ability to freely switch between modern languages now gives RPG a lead over its traditional rival COBOL.\u00a0 (The universal business language has stayed unchanged since COBOL 84).<\/p>\n
By selecting RPG Free for new development projects, IT managers gain access to several unique benefits of the IBM i platform, not least the database technology.<\/p>\n
Still not convinced?<\/p>\n
So let\u2019s take a closer look at Free Format RPG and the ARCAD-Transformer RPG\u00a0tool itself\u2026<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Americas:\u00a0sales-us@arcadsoftware.com A general error has occurred. The generation of the Temporary Activation Key has failed. The system had an issue with data on the form as submitted. Check the contents of the form and make sure it is fully filled out before pressing submit. Make sure your browser is up to date, try a different browser. If you still receive any of the above general errors, contact us for assistance.<\/p>\n The company, the e-mail, the serial number and the partition number are mandatory fields. Generation of a temporary key will fail unless the form is complete. Please try again after reviewing the form and supplying the required fields..<\/p>\n The system (Serial Number and Partition Number) entered has already been used. It is not possible to generate a temporary key for a system already on file. If you believe this is an error, please contact us for assistance.<\/p>\n The e-mail with the Temporary Activation Key failed to send. This could be due to high server volume or for other reasoins beyond our control. If this error occurs, please wait a while and try the operation again. If you continue to have problems, please contact your regional sales office.<\/p>\n The key server is unavailable due to maintenance or a temporary interruption of service has occurred. Your request cannot be processed at this time. Please try the request again later. If you continue to have problems, please contact your regional sales office.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> Answer:\u00a0Yes\u00a0this is taken into account:<\/p>\n Two different cases:<\/p>\n with Simple case, a DS is used to call a pgm<\/p>\n Call\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u2018PGM02\u2019 Nothing special:<\/em><\/p>\n The prototype defines a area of the length of the Ds, in the prototype pgm to call:<\/em><\/p>\n Dcl-Ds Ds_A01; LastFld\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Char(3)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pos(450); Dcl-Pr Pgm_PGM02\u00a0 \u00a0ExtPgm(\u2018PGM02\u2019); Call<\/em>: If more complicated : the DS is one of the areas in input \/ output pgm ( PGM01 )<\/p>\n *ENTRY\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PList This is more special, it is difficult to declare a Ds as entry point<\/p>\n ( possible, but only with DS \u201d Qualified \u201d and using \u201d LikeDs \u201c)<\/p>\n That is why the method adopted is as follows:<\/p>\n The old DS is based on a new pointer.<\/em><\/p>\n Dcl-S pDs_PiParm_001\u00a0 Pointer;<\/strong> The program parameter has another name (alpha zone).<\/em> Dcl-Pi Pgm_PGM01; And at the beginning of pgm ( or INZSR * ) :<\/em> pDs_PiParm_001 = %Addr(Ds_PiParm_001); Answer: The product is designed to use as an RDI PlugIn. The product can be used from a\u00a05250 interface, but in that case :<\/p>\n \u2013 You would use the \u00a0ARCAD_RPG\/ACVTRPGFRE command which converts one member at a time. It is not\u00a0possible to perform mass-conversions using the 5250 interface unless other ARCAD products are installed. To apply the license key using a 5250 session use the command\u00a0ARCAD_RPG\/ALICCVTRPG.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> Answer:\u00a0YES\u00a0\u2013 The conversion of MOVE or MOVEL op codes are handled:<\/p>\n Here is the OnLine help for MOVE and MOVEL for the ACVTRPGFRE command:<\/p>\n MOVE, MOVEL<\/p>\n This operation code, widely used in traditional syntax, performs operations for which the behavior depends on the type of the\u00a0variables and their length; all of the following cases are covered:<\/p>\n If specified in positions 71-76, indicators are set after the\u00a0converted instruction.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> Answer: for SQLRPGLE it converts fixed form SQL instructions to free form SQL instruction :<\/p>\n Ex :\u00a0 From\u00a0\u00a0 C\/EXEC SQL To\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Exec Sql SELECT AB, CD FROM EF<\/p>\n WHERE\u00a0 XX = :YYY;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> Answer: NO\u00a0 \u2013 The converter will only convert ILE code to FREE!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> Answer: ARCAD-Transformer RPG takes \/Free format in account and knows the number of\u00a0 \u201cIF \u2026 ENDIF\u201d, but it does not change the indentation of the Free Format. It will however use it when classical form is enclosed between existing free format.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> Answer:\u00a0YES\u00a0\u2013\u00a0ARCAD Transformer RPG is usable for R.D 8.0. On V7R1 :<\/p>\n If it is not installed, it\u2019s possible to do the conversion with Arcad for a classical SQLRPGLE to all-free form SQLRPGLE, but the final source cannot be compiled.<\/p>\n Be aware that this PTF group is :<\/p>\n What we suggest:<\/p>\n Answer: The license is calculated by number of programs to convert. 1000, 2000 etc\u2026.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> Answer:\u00a0The converter will handle CASxx, CABxx, GOTO and so on. For CASxx the converter does the following:<\/p>\n If there are indicators, first test factor 1 and factor 2, then manage subroutine execution according to the condition. However, the conversion of the CASxx, CAS, ENDCS group has 2 possibilities:<\/p>\n Answer: No, the product is purchased directly from Arcad or your IBM sales representative. It works in conjuction with new compiler in TR7.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> Answer:\u00a0No, indicator are changed to variables. They are used in Free format with their *INxx name.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> Answer:\u00a0No, the goal of the ARCAD conversion process is that the program functions the same as before, but is now in Free format.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> Answer: Typically, the programs converted to Free format perform the same as programs coded in classical format. There could be slight differences for some operations (like MOVE(L)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Alpha\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Numeric), because the instructions in Free format are longer, but it is negligable. We have no CPU usage statistics.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> Answer:\u00a0RPG or SQLRPG must first been converted to RPGLE\/SQLRPGLE And then Arcad Transformer RPG can convert to Free form.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> Answer:\u00a0We did a test with 1,980 (SQL)RPGLE \u00a0Arcad programs : IMPORTANT : Difference in behavior of RPGLE-Free<\/p>\n The transformation of RPGLE to a more modern syntax may be inconvenient to perform, but should be seen as an opportunity. Example 2: invalid numeric value<\/strong> With the IBM i 7.1 Technology Refresh 7 announcement on October 7 comes the long-awaited news that all current RPG IV features are now supported in RPG Free.\u00a0\u00a0 The importance of this announcement cannot be overstated. RPG is uplifted to the status of a truly modern language, with multifold benefits for users of IBM i and a strategic impact on the future of the platform itself.<\/span><\/p>\n On the following day IBM and ARCAD Software announce a tool to automatically convert RPGLE sources into RPG Free.\u00a0 ARCAD-Transformer RPG (aka IBM Rational ARCAD-Converter) achieves near 100% conversion rates of any RPG IV code including calculation specifications (C) and declaration specifications (H, F, D, P).<\/p>\n Let us consider the implications of this double announcement.\u00a0 RPG free form syntax frees developers from fixed column entry allowing natural left-to-right indented logic similar to most other languages today (such as Java or C# for example).\u00a0 Taken at face value, this syntax significantly improves coding efficiency and the readability of sources.\u00a0 But the true value is much more compelling.\u00a0\u00a0Free syntax moves RPG away from a closed shop.\u00a0 RPG Free can be easily understood by developers of all creeds, from new graduates to platform veterans.<\/p>\n This definitively resolves the resource squeeze that has been felt by IBM i development organizations for many years.\u00a0 In a single pass, it is possible to convert a legacy RPG application into free syntax that can in principle be maintained by any developer on the market.<\/p>\n Further still, the readability advantage and the ability to freely switch between modern languages now gives RPG a lead over its traditional rival COBOL.\u00a0 (The universal business language has stayed unchanged since COBOL 84).<\/p>\n By selecting RPG Free for new development projects, IT managers gain access to several unique benefits of the IBM i platform, not least the database technology.<\/p>\n Still not convinced?<\/p>\n So let\u2019s take a closer look at Free Format RPG and the ARCAD-Transformer RPG\u00a0tool itself\u2026<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Error message: \u00a0Key generation failed<\/h4>\n
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<\/i><\/i><\/span>Does ARCAD-Transformer RPG support passing DS into parameter?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
\nD\u00a0 Ds_A01\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ds
\nD\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u2026
\nD\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 LastFld \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0450 \u00a0\u00a0452<\/p>\n
\nParm\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ds_A01<\/p>\n
\n\u2026<\/p>\n
\nEnd-Ds;<\/p>\n
\nDs_A01\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Char(452);
\nEnd-Pr\u00a0;<\/p>\n
\nPgm_PGM02(Ds_A01)\u00a0;<\/p>\n
\nParm\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ds_A01<\/p>\n
\nDcl-Ds Ds_A01
\nBased(pDs_PiParm_001);<\/strong>
\n\u2026
\nLastFld\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Char(3)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pos(450);
\nEnd-Ds;<\/p>\n
\nDcl-Pr Pgm_PGM01\u00a0 \u00a0ExtPgm(\u2018PGM01\u2019);
\nDs_PiParm_001\u00a0\u00a0 Char(452);
\nEnd-Pr\u00a0;<\/p>\n
\nDs_PiParm_001\u00a0\u00a0 Char(452);
\nEnd-Pi\u00a0;<\/p>\n
\nwe ensure the memory recovery of the two areas via the pointer.<\/em><\/p>\n
\nSo it does not matter if the DS is input, output, or both: it works like with *ENTRY PLIST.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Does ARCAD-Transformer RPG works with RDi plug-in and 5250 interface<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Is the eclipse plug in available and must you be at a certain version of RDi or RDp?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Does ARCAD-Transformer RPG handle conversion of MOVE or MOVEL<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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<\/i><\/i><\/span>Does ARCAD-Transformer RPG convert the exec SQL in RPG?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
\nC+\u00a0\u00a0 SELECT\u00a0 AB , CD FROM EF
\nC+\u00a0 WHERE XX = : YYY
\nC\/END-EXEC<\/p>\n<\/i><\/i><\/span>Does ARCAD-Transformer RPG handle OCL to CL?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Does ARCAD-Transformer RPG update the indent for Free format?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Does ARCAD-Transformer RPG work on Rational Developer 8.0?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
\nIBM allows new syntax for H,F,D, and P Specs in LPEX only from version 9.0.x<\/p>\n\n
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<\/i><\/i><\/span>How do you license the converter? 'Conversion Options' saved for just the user? Or can they be changed & saved for all?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>What about CASxx?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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<\/i><\/i><\/span>Is this tool available as part of TR7?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>I thought I noticed some indicators being changed into variables. Is that for opcodes like CABxx?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Is ARCAD using the new modernization techniques (eg: using Handler in the F spec) while converting the legacy code?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Are there any issues with performance after the conversion. Do you have any stats available from a CPU usage perspective?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>How does SQLRPG conversion work?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>ARCAD will convert most programs to free. For those that don't convert, do they always issue a compile error or might they compile but not run correctly?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
\nAfter conversion, only 9 programs did not compile due to the following line of code:
\nADD\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 *ALL\u20199\u2019\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FLdNum
\nOr because a data structure began in a Copy clause and continued into the main source after \/COPY.
\nFor 200 of the programs, we had at least one \u201cWarning\u201d : \u00a0In this case, a developer needed to examine the use of %Found\/%Equal\u00a0 after SCAN, CHECK\u2026
\nThe following is from our online help :<\/p>\n
\nIn calculations and numerical assignments with Free syntax, it is no longer possible to have a result value larger than the capacity of the result variable, or to have certain invalid values. So, while old operations allowed the truncation of the result value (whether intended by the programmer or not!), the same operations performed with Free syntax will generate an error.
\nThis is a perfect chance to clean up your code, because often these were \u201chidden bugs\u201d.
\nExample 1: numeric value too large<\/strong>
\nBefore:<\/strong>
\nC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Move(p)\u00a0 1234\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 WVar04\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 defined P(4,0)
\nC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Z-add\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 WVar04\u00a0 WVar03\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 defined P(3,0)
\n(result was 234 in WVar03)
\nAfter:<\/strong>
\nWVar04 = 1234;
\nWVar03 = WVar04;
\n(error at execution: MCH1210 Receiver value too small to hold result.)<\/p>\n
\nBefore:<\/strong>
\nC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Move\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u201945R\u2019\u00a0\u00a0 WVarA3\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 defined A(3)
\nC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Move\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 WVarA3\u00a0 WVar03\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 defined P(3,0)
\n(result was -459 in WVar03)
\nAfter:<\/strong>
\nWVarA3 = \u201945R\u2019;
\nWVar03 = %Dec(%XLate(\u2018 \u2018:\u20190\u2019:
\nWVarA3):3:0);
\n(error at execution: RNX0105 : A character representation of a numeric value is in error.).
\nWe at ARCAD encountered only 3 cases like this when we tested using our programs.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>What makes October 8 a red-letter day on the IBM i calendar?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>