What is 'direct update' in SAP BC-ABA - ABAP Runtime Environment?

direct update - Overview

• Component: BC-ABA

• Component Name: ABAP Runtime Environment

• Description: Procedure to create or update unique secondary table keys of internal tables. After an insertion operation with INSERT or APPEND, after a changing operation with MODIFY, or after a block operation for which the entire table body is filled in one go, a unique secondary table key is updated immediately. See also, delayed update and lazy update.

direct update - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Direct update is a feature of the ABAP Runtime Environment (BC-ABA) that allows users to update data in the database without having to write a program. This feature is especially useful for quickly making changes to large amounts of data. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use direct update, users must first create a database table and define the fields they want to update. Then, they can use the direct update statement in an ABAP program to make changes to the data in the table. The statement takes the form of UPDATE  SET  = . 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using direct update, it is important to remember that all changes are permanent and cannot be undone. Therefore, it is best to use this feature with caution and only when absolutely necessary. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all data is valid before making any changes. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on direct update, please refer to the SAP Help Portal or contact your local SAP support team. Additionally, there are many online tutorials and resources available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to use this feature.