CRITICAL
Rule Definition
Unreferenced code may be the symptom of Dead Code. Dead Code must be avoided as it makes source code less readable and increases the cost of the software maintenance.
Warning:
Unreferenced code can also be the symptoms of missing code
Remediation
Verify that the unreferenced programs are not dead code. If it is the case remove it. If it is not the case correct the code in order to reference the programs.
Violation Code Sample
RPG400 Program needs to be refer in another Program.If the program is not reference then program search time in the LIB will be high
Fixed Code Sample
RPG400 Program needs to be refer in another Program.If the program is not reference then program search time in the LIB will be high
Z-ADD *zeros c
CALL 'OP_CALL1' PLST1"
Related Technologies
Technical Criterion
CWE-561 - Dead Code
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