What is table type in SAP BC-ABA - ABAP Runtime Environment?

SAP Term: table type

• Component: BC-ABA

• Component Name: ABAP Runtime Environment

• Description: Data type of an internal table. Defines the row type, table category, and table key of an internal table. Can be generic with respect to the key. A table type can be defined internally in a program or as a type from ABAP Dictionary.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Table type is a feature of the ABAP Runtime Environment in SAP. It is used to define the structure of a database table. It defines the number of fields, their data types, and the length of each field. It also defines the primary key and foreign key relationships between tables. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Table types are used to create database tables in SAP. To create a table type, you must first define the structure of the table, including the number of fields, their data types, and the length of each field. You can then use this table type to create a database table in SAP. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a table type, it is important to consider how the data will be used. This will help you determine which data types and lengths are most appropriate for each field. Additionally, it is important to consider any primary key and foreign key relationships between tables when creating a table type. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on table types in SAP, please refer to the ABAP Runtime Environment documentation on SAP Help Portal. Additionally, there are many online tutorials available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to create a table type in SAP.