What is decimal separator in SAP BC-ABA - ABAP Runtime Environment?

SAP Term: decimal separator

• Component: BC-ABA

• Component Name: ABAP Runtime Environment

• Description: Separator between the whole number part and the fractional part of a decimal number. Within an ABAP program, the decimal point is always used. The representation of the decimal separator in the output depends on the current formatting settings of the language environment and can be set using the SET COUNTRY statement. Refer also to decimal comma and decimal point.

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• Key Concepts: 
  The decimal separator is a character used to separate the integer part of a number from its fractional part. In SAP, the decimal separator is a period (.). This character is used in all calculations and data entry in the ABAP Runtime Environment. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The decimal separator is used when entering numerical values into SAP. For example, if you wanted to enter the number 12.34, you would type 12.34 into the field. The period (.) would be used to separate the integer part (12) from the fractional part (34). 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When entering numerical values into SAP, make sure to use the correct decimal separator for your region. For example, in some countries, a comma (,) is used instead of a period (.). If you are unsure of which decimal separator to use, consult your local SAP administrator. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using the decimal separator in SAP, please refer to the ABAP Runtime Environment documentation. Additionally, you can find more information on formatting numbers in SAP on the official SAP website.