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Upgrade planning - Future software releases


IBM i 7.6 will be the last release that will deliver the following functions from the IBM i portfolio:

IBM i functions

Packaging (LPP, Installable Option, Menu Option)

Details

IBM i Modernization Engine for Lifecycle Integration 5900-AN9 This product was withdrawn from marketing and from service effective 7 October 2025.  See the announcement letter for details.


Additional resources

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Document Information

Modified date:
07 October 2025

UID

nas8N1022047