What is hierarchy node in SAP BC-ABA - ABAP Runtime Environment?

SAP Term: hierarchy node

• Component: BC-ABA

• Component Name: ABAP Runtime Environment

• Description: Hierarchy nodes are the objects of a hierarchy linked using hierarchy edges. Hierarchy nodes can be root nodes, parent nodes, child nodes, leaf nodes, orphan nodes, sibling nodes, descendant nodes, and ancestor nodes. In an SQL hierarchy, a hierarchy node is a row of the tabular SQL data source and contains special hierarchy columns for the hierarchy attributes of the SQL hierarchy.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A hierarchy node is a component of the ABAP Runtime Environment (BC-ABA) in SAP. It is a logical grouping of related objects, such as programs, classes, and function modules. Hierarchy nodes are used to organize and structure the objects in the system, making them easier to find and manage. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Hierarchy nodes can be used to organize objects in the system. They can be created manually or automatically by the system. To create a hierarchy node manually, go to the ABAP Workbench and select “Create Hierarchy Node” from the menu. Enter a name for the node and select the objects that should be included in it. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating hierarchy nodes, it is important to choose meaningful names that will make it easy to identify the node’s contents. It is also important to keep the nodes organized so that related objects are grouped together. This will make it easier to find and manage them in the future. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on hierarchy nodes, see SAP Help Portal: https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/ABAP_RUNTIME_ENVIRONMENT/7.50/en-US