What is built-in function in SAP BC-ABA - ABAP Runtime Environment?

SAP Term: built-in function

• Component: BC-ABA

• Component Name: ABAP Runtime Environment

• Description: A predefined function in ABAP that can be used in certain operand positions. Distinguishable are numerical functions, string functions, table functions, and byte-string functions whose return value have a corr esponding data type. Alongside these, there are also description functions that return information on data objects. The names of the built-in functions are a subset of the reserved names. Built-in functions are also available in ABAP SQL and in the CDS DDL in ABAP CDS.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A built-in function is a predefined function in the ABAP Runtime Environment (BC-ABA) of SAP software. It is used to perform specific tasks such as calculations, data manipulation, and other operations. Built-in functions are available in the ABAP language and can be used to simplify programming tasks. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Built-in functions can be used in ABAP programs to perform specific tasks. To use a built-in function, you must first declare it in the program. This is done by using the keyword “FUNCTION” followed by the name of the function. After declaring the function, you can then call it in your program. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using built-in functions, it is important to remember that they are predefined and cannot be changed or modified. It is also important to ensure that you are using the correct syntax when calling a built-in function. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on built-in functions, please refer to the SAP Help Portal or contact your local SAP support team.