What is alternative key in SAP AP - Application Platform?

SAP Term: alternative key

• Component: AP

• Component Name: Application Platform

• Description: A method to uniquely identify a business object node other than by ID.

Smart SAP Assistant

• Key Concepts: 
  Alternative keys are a feature of the SAP Application Platform (AP) that allow users to define an alternative key for a table or structure. This allows users to access the data in the table or structure using a different key than the primary key. This can be useful when dealing with large amounts of data, as it allows users to quickly access the data they need without having to search through all of the data.
  
  How to use it: 
  To use alternative keys, users must first define the alternative key in the table or structure. This can be done by selecting the “Define Alternative Key” option in the SAP Application Platform. Once the alternative key is defined, users can then use it to access the data in the table or structure. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When defining an alternative key, it is important to make sure that it is unique and does not conflict with any existing keys. Additionally, it is important to make sure that the alternative key is easy to remember and use. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on alternative keys and how to use them, please refer to SAP’s documentation on Alternative Keys in the SAP Application Platform.