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


SAP Term: case function


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  • Key Concepts: 
    The case function is a statement in the ABAP Runtime Environment (BC-ABA) of SAP software that allows users to execute different operations depending on the value of an expression. It is used to evaluate a given expression and then execute a certain operation based on the result. 
    
    How to use it: 
    The case function is used in the ABAP Runtime Environment of SAP software. It is written as CASE  WHEN  THEN  WHEN  THEN  ENDCASE. The expression is evaluated and then the corresponding operation is executed depending on the result. 
    
    Tips & Tricks: 
    When using the case function, it is important to remember that the expression must be enclosed in parentheses and that each WHEN clause must be followed by a THEN clause. Additionally, it is important to include an ELSE clause at the end of the statement in order to handle any unexpected values. 
    
    Related Information: 
    For more information about the case function, please refer to the SAP Help Portal or contact your local SAP support team.
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