Why must the API contract for an extracted COBOL service be finalized before the Transform phase begins?
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Short Explanation
You finalize the API contract first because it determines the Java method signatures and data classes wca4z generates. If you skip that step, you'll generate code that has to be reworked right away.
Full Explanation
The API contract defines method signatures, parameter types, return types, and data classes for generated Java code, so finalizing it before Transform prevents immediate rework. CICS CSD registration, license charge calculations, and IBM Support contract registration are not the reason.