What is database commit in SAP BC-ABA - ABAP Runtime Environment?

SAP Term: database commit

• Component: BC-ABA

• Component Name: ABAP Runtime Environment

• Description: Completion of a database LUW, where changed records are written to the database. Up until the database commit all changes are temporary. Changes are always directly visible to the executing program. Whether other users of the database can see changes immediately or only after a database commit, depends on the database system used. In an AS ABAP, database commits are triggered implicitly, as well as by being requested explicitly.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Database commit is a process in SAP that ensures the consistency of data in the database. It is a two-step process that involves writing the changes made to the database to a log file and then committing them to the database. This ensures that any changes made to the database are permanent and cannot be undone.
  
  How to use it: 
  Database commit is used in SAP when making changes to the database. It is important to use this process when making changes as it ensures that any changes made are permanent and cannot be undone. To use it, first write the changes made to the database to a log file and then commit them to the database.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using database commit, it is important to ensure that all changes are written to the log file before committing them to the database. This will ensure that any changes made are permanent and cannot be undone. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all changes are committed in one transaction, as this will ensure that all changes are applied at once and not individually.
  
  Related Information: 
  Database commit is part of the ABAP Runtime Environment (BC-ABA) component of SAP. It is important for ensuring data consistency in SAP and should be used whenever making changes to the database. Additionally, there are other components of SAP such as BC-DB which can also be used for data consistency.