What is integer in SAP BC-ABA - ABAP Runtime Environment?

SAP Term: integer

• Component: BC-ABA

• Component Name: ABAP Runtime Environment

• Description: A numeric data type for saving integer numbers from various value ranges. The associated predefined ABAP types are b, s, i, and int8. The internal representation used is the integer representation of the current platform.

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• Key Concepts: 
  An integer is a data type in the ABAP Runtime Environment of SAP. It is a whole number, meaning it does not contain any decimal points or fractions. Integers can be either positive or negative, and can range from -2,147,483,648 to 2,147,483,647. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Integers are used in SAP to store numerical values that do not require decimal points or fractions. They are used in calculations and comparisons, and can be used to store values such as customer IDs or product numbers. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using integers in SAP, it is important to remember that they cannot store decimal points or fractions. If you need to store a value with decimal points or fractions, you should use a different data type such as a floating-point number. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on integers and other data types in the ABAP Runtime Environment of SAP, please refer to the official SAP documentation.