HPE NonStop SQL/MX Error – 13039 Function definition is not allowed within a SQL declare section – near line number number.

In this blog post, let’s learn about the error message “13039 Function definition is not allowed within a SQL declare section – near line number number.” when working with HPE NonStop SQL/MX, the reason for the error and the solution to fix this error message.

Error Message

13039 Function definition is not allowed within a SQL declare section – near line number number.

Reason for the Error

You specified a function definition within an SQL/MX declare section near line number, which is not supported.

Solution

Move the function definition and resubmit