What is elementary data type in SAP BC-ABA - ABAP Runtime Environment?

SAP Term: elementary data type

• Component: BC-ABA

• Component Name: ABAP Runtime Environment

• Description: Data type of fixed or variable length that is neither structured nor a table type or reference type. The non-generic predefined data types, in particular, are elementary.

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• Key Concepts: 
  An elementary data type is a basic data type in SAP that is used to store information. It is a fundamental building block of the ABAP Runtime Environment (BC-ABA) and is used to define the structure of data objects. Elementary data types are divided into two categories: character-like and numeric-like. Character-like elementary data types are used to store text, while numeric-like elementary data types are used to store numbers. 
  
  How to use it: 
  When creating a new data object, you must first decide which elementary data type to use. Character-like elementary data types include strings, characters, and dates, while numeric-like elementary data types include integers, floats, and decimals. Once you have chosen the appropriate elementary data type for your data object, you can then define the length and precision of the data object. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When choosing an elementary data type for your data object, it is important to consider the size of the data object and the amount of precision needed. For example, if you are storing a large amount of text, you should use a string or character-like elementary data type. If you are storing a number with a lot of decimal places, you should use a decimal or float elementary data type. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on elementary data types in SAP, please refer to the official SAP documentation on ABAP Runtime Environment (BC-ABA). Additionally, there are many online tutorials available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to create and use elementary data types in SAP.