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DataStage external parallel C++ routine causes SIGSEGV when passed an empty string as input from transformer.

Troubleshooting


Problem

If an empty string is passed from a transformer to an external parallel routine with a char* argument, then a SIGSEGV is reported in the job log, and the job aborts.

Symptom

Job aborts with SIGSEGV error reported in the log.

Document Location

Worldwide

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Document Information

Modified date:
25 April 2025

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ibm16476590