What is 'numeric text' in SAP BC-ABA - ABAP Runtime Environment?

numeric text - Overview

• Component: BC-ABA

• Component Name: ABAP Runtime Environment

• Description: Character string consisting only of the digits 0 through 9. Valid content of a numeric text field.

numeric text - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Numeric text is a data type in the ABAP Runtime Environment of SAP. It is used to store numbers as text strings, which can be used for calculations and comparisons. It is also used to store currency values, dates, and times. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Numeric text can be used in various ways in the ABAP Runtime Environment. It can be used to store numerical values, such as currency values, dates, and times. It can also be used for calculations and comparisons. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using numeric text, it is important to remember that the data type is stored as a text string. This means that it cannot be used for mathematical operations such as addition or subtraction. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on numeric text and other data types in the ABAP Runtime Environment, please refer to the SAP documentation.