What is non-blocking mode in SAP BC-ABA - ABAP Runtime Environment?

SAP Term: non-blocking mode

• Component: BC-ABA

• Component Name: ABAP Runtime Environment

• Description: Any statements that block the program flow are forbidden in ABAP programs that run in non-blocking mode. Non-blocking mode is available in different instances for APC and ADF.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Non-blocking mode is a feature of the ABAP Runtime Environment (BC-ABA) in SAP software. It allows multiple users to access the same data simultaneously without blocking each other. This means that users can read and write data at the same time without waiting for each other to finish. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Non-blocking mode can be enabled in the ABAP Runtime Environment by setting the parameter “abap/non_blocking_mode” to “true”. This will allow multiple users to access the same data simultaneously without blocking each other. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using non-blocking mode, it is important to ensure that all users are using the same version of the data. This will prevent any conflicts or errors when multiple users are accessing the same data. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Non-blocking mode is similar to optimistic locking, which is another feature of SAP software that allows multiple users to access the same data simultaneously without blocking each other. However, optimistic locking requires that all users use the same version of the data, while non-blocking mode does not.