Host variable <str> was invalidly declared. Explanation: Every host variable that is used in an SQL statement in a program must be declared in the host language using the supported subset of declaration syntax for the language. Not using the supported subset causes this error. Another way this message can be generated is to use an indicator variable that is not a signed word (for example, in COBOL: PIC S9(4) COMP). User Action: Use host variable declaration syntax for this variable that is supported by SQL.