Macro Debugging Options in SAS
Macro Debugging Options in SAS Macro Debugging Options in SAS The SAS Macro Facility is a powerful feature that allows for dynamic code generation and automation. However, when macros become complex, it can be challenging to understand how they are executing and where issues might arise. SAS provides several debugging options to help developers trace the execution of macros and diagnose problems. In this article, we will explore the following debugging options: MPRINT MLOGIC SYMBOLGEN MACROGEN MFILE MPRINT The MPRINT option is used to display the SAS statements that are generated by macro execution. This option helps you see the actual code that a macro produces, which is essential for understanding what your macro is doing. Basic Example: options mprint; %macro greet(name); %put Hello, &name!; %mend greet; %greet(Sarath); When you run the above code with the...