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Parameterized types syntax error in Java function

SA-40141

Summary



Unable to save a function to an existing library. The function includes the below line of Java code:

List<ModelDetails> details = new ArrayList();


Error Messages

Syntax error, annotations are only available if source level is 1.5


Steps to Reproduce

Create a function with Java 1.5 features, such as generics and parameterized types.


Root Cause



Java 1.5 features are not supported in Pega 6.3 SP1 libraries.


Resolution

  • Upgrade to Pega 7.1.8.
  • Alternatively, use an external JAR file with the Java 1.5 code and reference it in a Java activity step.

Published August 16, 2017 - Updated October 8, 2020

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