APAR status
Closed as program error.
Error description
Error Message: The type of the constant expression is wchar, but it should be char. . Stack Trace: N/A .
Local fix
Problem summary
Problem with the idlj compiler in case of union with switch definition. When typedef types are declared and utilized within a union along with switch definitions, idlj was incorrectly interpreting char and wchar types.
Problem conclusion
The fix addresses an issue in the idlj compiler. When typedef types are declared and utilized within a union along with switch definitions, idlj was incorrectly interpreting char and wchar types. This fix ensures proper differentiation between these types, resolving the confusion and improving compatibility with typedefs in union switch definitions. . This APAR will be fixed in the following Releases: . IBM SDK, Java Technology Edition 8 SR8 FP15 (8.0.8.15) . Contact your IBM Product's Service Team for these Service Refreshes and Fix Packs. For those running stand-alone, information about the available maintenance can be found at: https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/java-sdk
Temporary fix
Comments
APAR Information
APAR number
IJ48028
Reported component name
JAVA CLASS LIBS
Reported component ID
620700130
Reported release
800
Status
CLOSED PER
PE
NoPE
HIPER
NoHIPER
Special Attention
NoSpecatt / Xsystem
Submitted date
2023-08-25
Closed date
2023-08-25
Last modified date
2023-08-25
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APAR is sysrouted TO one or more of the following:
Fix information
Fixed component name
JAVA CLASS LIBS
Fixed component ID
620700130
Applicable component levels
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Document Information
Modified date:
27 August 2023