What is 'fixed point number' in SAP BC-ABA - ABAP Runtime Environment?

fixed point number - Overview

• Component: BC-ABA

• Component Name: ABAP Runtime Environment

• Description: Number with a fixed number of decimal places. In ABAP, fixed point numbers are implemented using packed numbers in which a string of digits contains a decimal separator in a place defined by the data type.

fixed point number - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  A fixed point number is a data type used in SAP software to store numerical values. It is a type of numeric data that stores a fixed number of decimal places, allowing for more precise calculations than other numeric data types. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Fixed point numbers are used in SAP software to store numerical values that require precision. They are used in calculations such as currency conversions, where the exact decimal places must be maintained. They are also used in calculations involving large numbers, such as scientific or engineering calculations. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using fixed point numbers, it is important to remember that they are limited to a certain number of decimal places. If the calculation requires more precision than the fixed point number can provide, it is best to use a different data type such as a floating point number. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Fixed point numbers are part of the ABAP Runtime Environment (BC-ABA) component of SAP software. For more information on this component, please refer to the SAP Help Portal.