What is extension field in SAP AP-RC-BDS - ByDesign Studio?

SAP Term: extension field

• Component: AP-RC-BDS

• Component Name: ByDesign Studio

• Description: A field that has been added to an SAP business object. Extension fields can be used, for example, in screens, forms, reports, and search categories.

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• Key Concepts: 
  An extension field is a custom field that can be added to an existing business object in SAP ByDesign Studio. It allows users to store additional information related to the business object, such as customer preferences or product details. Extension fields are created and managed in the Business Data Services (BDS) component of SAP ByDesign Studio.
  
  How to use it: 
  To create an extension field, open the Business Data Services (BDS) component of SAP ByDesign Studio. Select the business object you want to add the extension field to, then click “Create Extension Field”. Enter a name and description for the field, then select a data type and length. Finally, click “Save” to create the extension field.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating an extension field, make sure to select a data type and length that is appropriate for the information you want to store. For example, if you are storing customer preferences, you may want to select a text data type with a length of 50 characters.
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on creating and managing extension fields in SAP ByDesign Studio, please refer to the official SAP documentation at https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_BYD_STUDIO/en-US