DB2 Version 9.7 for Linux, UNIX, and Windows

FP2: COBOL and FORTRAN language support has been deprecated for db2History APIs

Starting with DB2® Version 9.7 Fix Pack 2, COBOL and FORTRAN language support for the db2History APIs has been deprecated and might be discontinued in a future release.

Details

The following APIs are affected by the deprecated support of the COBOL and FORTRAN application development languages:
  • db2HistoryCloseScan
  • db2HistoryGetEntry
  • db2HistoryOpenScan
  • db2HistoryUpdate

User response

Use one of the following supported alternatives:
  • Access history information through the DB_HISTORY administrative view.
  • Use a different programming language to develop your administrative application.