What is 'heap reference' in SAP BC-ABA - ABAP Runtime Environment?

heap reference - Overview

• Component: BC-ABA

• Component Name: ABAP Runtime Environment

• Description: Reference to an object or part of an object in the heap. A heap reference keeps an object alive. See also stack reference.

heap reference - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Heap reference is a data type in the ABAP Runtime Environment of SAP. It is used to store references to objects in the heap memory. The heap memory is a memory area that is used to store objects and data structures that are created during the runtime of an ABAP program. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Heap references are used to store references to objects in the heap memory. This allows for efficient access to objects and data structures stored in the heap memory. The heap reference data type can be used in ABAP programs to store references to objects and data structures. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using heap references, it is important to ensure that the referenced object or data structure is not deleted while the reference is still valid. This can be done by using the appropriate locking mechanism for the referenced object or data structure. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on heap references, please refer to the SAP documentation on ABAP Runtime Environment (BC-ABA).