What is bound memory in SAP BC-ABA - ABAP Runtime Environment?

SAP Term: bound memory

• Component: BC-ABA

• Component Name: ABAP Runtime Environment

• Description: In ABAP Memory Management, bound storage is the amount of main memory that would be released if the object that uses the storage were deleted or cleared. Bound memory is therefore the storage that is used exclusively by an object. Example: Assume that class object CO_1 has two attributes. One references an internal table that currently is used only by CO_1. The other references an instance of another class. The other class is also referenced exclusively by CO_1. The bound storage of CO_1 includes the internal table, because the table is used exclusively by CO_1. If CO_1 is deleted, then the internal table would also be removed from memory. The bound memory also includes the memory occupied by the referenced class object. As of Release 7.0, the Memory Inspector determines whether class objects or anonymous data objects are referenced by only one or by multiple entities in a program. If an entity has an exclusive reference to such an object, then the referenced object is coun

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• Key Concepts: 
  Bound memory is a type of memory used in the SAP ABAP Runtime Environment. It is a memory area that is allocated to an application program and cannot be changed or released until the program ends. This type of memory is used to store data that needs to be accessed quickly and frequently, such as program variables, internal tables, and other data structures. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Bound memory is used by the ABAP Runtime Environment to store data that needs to be accessed quickly and frequently. This type of memory is allocated when an application program starts and cannot be changed or released until the program ends. It is important to note that bound memory should not be used for large amounts of data, as it can cause performance issues. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using bound memory, it is important to keep track of how much memory is being used. This can help prevent performance issues caused by using too much bound memory. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the data stored in bound memory is only accessed when necessary, as this can help improve performance. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on bound memory and how it works in the SAP ABAP Runtime Environment, please refer to the official SAP documentation on the topic. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide more detailed information on how to use bound memory effectively.