What is CDS DDL in SAP BC-ABA - ABAP Runtime Environment?

SAP Term: CDS DDL

• Component: BC-ABA

• Component Name: ABAP Runtime Environment

• Description: Data definition language DDL of ABAP CDS. The CDS DDL contains language elements for CDS data definitions and language elements for CDS metadata extensions in DDL source code.

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• Key Concepts: 
  CDS DDL (Core Data Services Data Definition Language) is a language used to define and manage data models in the ABAP runtime environment. It is used to create and maintain database tables, views, and other database objects. CDS DDL is based on the SQL language and provides a more powerful and flexible way of defining data models than the traditional ABAP Dictionary. 
  
  How to use it: 
  CDS DDL can be used to define database tables, views, and other database objects. It can also be used to define data types, structures, and other data elements. The CDS DDL syntax is similar to SQL, but it also provides additional features such as annotations and type definitions. To use CDS DDL, you must first create a CDS view in the ABAP runtime environment. This view can then be used to create or modify database objects. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a CDS view, it is important to ensure that the view is properly defined and that all necessary annotations are included. This will ensure that the view can be used correctly when creating or modifying database objects. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all data types are properly defined in order to avoid errors when creating or modifying database objects. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information about CDS DDL, please refer to the SAP Help Portal or the SAP Community Network (SCN). Additionally, there are many online tutorials available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to use CDS DDL in the ABAP runtime environment.