What is constant in SAP BC-ABA - ABAP Runtime Environment?

SAP Term: constant

• Component: BC-ABA

• Component Name: ABAP Runtime Environment

• Description: Named data object whose value cannot be changed during the runtime of an ABAP program or procedure.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A constant is a value that is defined in the ABAP runtime environment and cannot be changed. It is used to store values that are used throughout the program, such as text strings, numbers, and dates. Constants are defined in the ABAP Dictionary and can be accessed from any program. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Constants can be used in any ABAP program to store values that will not change. To define a constant, open the ABAP Dictionary and select the “Constants” tab. Enter the name of the constant, its type (text, number, date, etc.), and its value. Once saved, the constant can be accessed from any program using its name. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When defining constants, it is important to give them meaningful names so that they can be easily identified and understood by other developers. It is also important to ensure that the value of the constant is correct before saving it. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on constants in SAP, please refer to the SAP Help Portal (https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_ABAP_RUNTIME_ENVIRONMENT/7.50/en-US).