What is internal table in SAP BC-ABA - ABAP Runtime Environment?

SAP Term: internal table

• Component: BC-ABA

• Component Name: ABAP Runtime Environment

• Description: Dynamic data object that consists of a sequence of rows of the same data type. An internal table has a table type that specifies the row type, the table kind, and a table key. The corresponding generic data type is any table.

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• Key Concepts: 
  An internal table is a data structure used in SAP ABAP programming. It is a temporary memory area that stores data in the form of rows and columns. It is used to store and manipulate data in the form of a table. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Internal tables can be used to store data from database tables, from other internal tables, or from other sources. They can be used to loop through data, to sort data, and to perform calculations on the data. They can also be used to create reports and forms. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using internal tables, it is important to remember that they are not persistent and will be deleted when the program ends. It is also important to remember that they are not indexed and can only be accessed sequentially. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on internal tables, please refer to the SAP ABAP Runtime Environment documentation (BC-ABA).