Run the compiler as if it was the 1999 version, i.e. with features/checks/limits of back then. Useful for code that was written and tested with C99 compiler, and won't compile or run properly with current compiler.
Check the compiler's manual for the syntax of the commands, maybe you have an older style than compiler default expects.
maybe the function was replaced/renamed in a newer version.
Post the section of code so others can comment on it.
maybe the library was compiled with an older version of the compiler, or with different options. Check library documentation, and check online about usage for the library. Search online for [error message & library name].