What is packed number in SAP BC-ABA - ABAP Runtime Environment?

SAP Term: packed number

• Component: BC-ABA

• Component Name: ABAP Runtime Environment

• Description: Numeric data type for saving numbers with decimal places or a number saved in a similar way. The associated predefined ABAP type is p. The number of decimal places is a property of the data type and not as in floating point numbers a property of the data itself. Calculations with packed numbers are performed using fixed point arithmetic. The internal representation uses the BCD format.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A packed number is a data type in the ABAP Runtime Environment of SAP. It is a fixed-point number with a maximum of 16 digits, with the last two digits representing the decimal places. It is used to store and manipulate numerical values in a more efficient way than other data types. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Packed numbers are used to store and manipulate numerical values in SAP. They are used for calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. They can also be used to store currency values and other numerical values that require precision. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using packed numbers, it is important to remember that the last two digits represent the decimal places. This means that if you are storing a value with more than two decimal places, you will need to round it off before storing it as a packed number. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on packed numbers and other data types in SAP, please refer to the official SAP documentation.