Fixes are available
April 2013 Update for XL C/C++ for Linux, V12.1
XL C/C++ for Linux Fix Pack 8 (October 2015 Update) for 12.1
XL C/C++ for Linux Fix Pack 4 (October 2013 Update) for 12.1
XL C/C++ for Linux Fix Pack 5 (December 2013 Update) for 12.1
XL C/C++ for Linux Fix Pack 6 (February 2014 Update) for 12.1
XL C/C++ for Linux Fix Pack 7 (May 2014 Update) for 12.1
APAR status
Closed as program error.
Error description
When compiling with optimization enabled, and specifying architecture level pwr6 or pwr7, an internal compiler error is occurring stating that a register has been used before it has been defined. Using -qarch=pwr7 1500-004: (U) INTERNAL COMPILER ERROR while compiling <function>. Compilation ended. Contact your Service Representative and provide the following information: GRARNN: vs2629 is used before it is defined. For more information visit: http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21110810 Using -qarch=pwr6 1500-004: (U) INTERNAL COMPILER ERROR while compiling <function>. Compilation ended. Contact your Service Representative and provide the following information: GRARNN: fp1339 is used before it is defined. For more information visit: http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21110810
Local fix
Use -qarch level pwr5 or lower.
Problem summary
PROBLEM DESCRIPTION: The compiler is generating bad code from decimal floating point computations, resulting in an internal compiler error. USERS AFFECTED: Users who use any level of optimization and DFP.
Problem conclusion
Ensured compiler detects the failing scenario. Problem was corrected.
Temporary fix
Comments
APAR Information
APAR number
LI77325
Reported component name
XL C/C++ FOR LI
Reported component ID
5725C7300
Reported release
C10
Status
CLOSED PER
PE
NoPE
HIPER
NoHIPER
Special Attention
NoSpecatt
Submitted date
2013-04-27
Closed date
2013-04-27
Last modified date
2013-04-27
APAR is sysrouted FROM one or more of the following:
APAR is sysrouted TO one or more of the following:
Fix information
Fixed component name
XL C/C++ FOR LI
Fixed component ID
5725C7300
Applicable component levels
RC10 PSN IV34103
UP06/09/13
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Document Information
Modified date:
14 October 2021