# ST-USG-025 - Saved Value Misuse

> **Rule ID**: `ST-USG-025`

**Rule ID**: `ST-USG-025`

**Scope**: Workflow
:::note
* This rule was introduced in UiPath.System.Activities v20.4 and only applies to projects created in the StudioX profile.
* This rule does not apply to projects that use UiPath.System.Activities v22.4 and newer.
:::

## Description

The rule checks for variables that are used as input in activities placed before the activity where the variables are saved.

## Recommendation

Use variables only in activities placed after the activity where the variables are saved.

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