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

SAP Term: reference

• Component: BC-ABA

• Component Name: ABAP Runtime Environment

• Description: The content of reference variables. It points to a data object data reference or a to an instance of a class object reference. References in reference variables are either heap references or stack references. Internally, strings, internal tables, and boxed components are also addressed using references. From a technical point of view, an object in ABAP is referenced in more than one step. A reference is the address of an internal header object header, string header, or table header, which contains the address of the actual object and other administrative information such as the data type of a referenced data object.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Reference is a term used in the BC-ABA ABAP Runtime Environment to refer to a specific object or data element. It is used to identify and access the object or data element in the system. It can be used to refer to a single object or multiple objects, depending on the context. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use references in the BC-ABA ABAP Runtime Environment, you must first create a reference object. This can be done by using the CREATE REFERENCE statement. Once the reference object has been created, you can then use it to refer to any object or data element in the system. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a reference object, it is important to ensure that it is properly named and that it is unique. This will help ensure that it can be easily identified and accessed when needed. Additionally, it is important to remember that references are case-sensitive, so make sure that you use the correct case when referring to an object or data element. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on references in the BC-ABA ABAP Runtime Environment, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online tutorials and resources available that can provide further guidance on how to use references in this environment.