1.2.95. Calling Static Trait Method

Calling directly a static method, defined in a trait is deprecated. It emits a deprecation notice in PHP 8.1. Calling the same method, from the class point of view is valid.

<?php

trait T {
    public static function t() {
        //
    }
}

T::t();

?>

See also PHP RFC: Deprecations for PHP 8.1.

1.2.95.1. Related PHP errors

• Calling static trait method Test::test is deprecated, it should only be called on a class using the trait

1.2.95.2. Connex PHP features

• trait

• static-method

1.2.95.2.1. Suggestions

• Call the method from one of the class using the trait

• Move the method to a class

1.2.95.2.2. Specs

Short name	Php/CallingStaticTraitMethod
Rulesets	All, Changed Behavior, CompatibilityPHP81, Deprecated
Exakat since	2.2.5
PHP Version	With PHP 8.1 and older
Severity	Minor
Time To Fix	Quick (30 mins)
Precision	Medium
Available in	Entreprise Edition, Exakat Cloud