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

SAP Term: reference operator

• Component: BC-ABA

• Component Name: ABAP Runtime Environment

• Description: Constructor operator REF used to construct a data reference to a data ob ject.

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• Key Concepts: 
  The reference operator is a feature of the ABAP Runtime Environment (BC-ABA) in SAP. It allows users to refer to a specific object or data element in the system without having to specify its exact name. This makes it easier to access and manipulate data within the system. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The reference operator is used in conjunction with the ABAP language. To use it, you must first define the object or data element you want to refer to. This can be done using the ABAP statement “REFERENCE INTO”. Once this is done, you can use the reference operator to refer to the object or data element without having to specify its exact name. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the reference operator, it is important to ensure that you are referring to the correct object or data element. If you are not sure, you can use the ABAP statement “DESCRIBE REFERENCE” to check that you are referring to the correct object or data element. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The reference operator is part of the ABAP language and is closely related to other features such as variables, constants, and expressions. It is also related to other features of the ABAP Runtime Environment such as database access and dynamic programming.