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

SAP Term: soft reference

• Component: BC-ABA

• Component Name: ABAP Runtime Environment

• Description: Reference to an object that does not contain it if the amount of memory available is limited. The class CL_ABAP_SOFT_REFERENCE is designated for soft references but has not yet been implemented. Compare with weak reference.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Soft reference is a feature of the ABAP Runtime Environment (BC-ABA) in SAP that allows for the referencing of objects without actually having to store them in the system. This means that objects can be referenced without having to be physically stored in the system, which can save on storage space and improve performance.
  
  How to use it: 
  Soft references are used when an object needs to be referenced but does not need to be stored in the system. This can be done by creating a soft reference to the object, which will allow it to be referenced without having to store it in the system. This can be done by using the ABAP Runtime Environment (BC-ABA) in SAP.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using soft references, it is important to remember that they are not permanent and can be changed or deleted at any time. It is also important to remember that soft references are not visible in the system and cannot be seen by other users. Therefore, it is important to keep track of any changes made to soft references.
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on soft references and how they work, please refer to the SAP Help Portal or contact your local SAP support team. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide more detailed information on how to use soft references in SAP.