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What is time zone in SAP BC-ABA - ABAP Runtime Environment?


SAP Term: time zone

  • Component: BC-ABA

  • Component Name: ABAP Runtime Environment

  • Description: A geographical area in which, at a given time, the same local time and local date apply, based on a set of rules.


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  • Key Concepts: 
    Time zone is a component of the BC-ABA ABAP Runtime Environment. It is used to define the time zone in which a system is located. This time zone is used to determine the local time for all date and time calculations in the system. 
    
    How to use it: 
    The time zone can be set in the system profile of the SAP system. The time zone can also be changed manually by using the transaction code SM30. The time zone can also be changed using the ABAP command SET TIME ZONE. 
    
    Tips & Tricks: 
    It is important to ensure that the time zone is set correctly in order to ensure that all date and time calculations are accurate. It is also important to ensure that the time zone is set correctly when setting up a new system or when migrating an existing system to a new location. 
    
    Related Information: 
    The SAP Help Portal provides detailed information on how to set up and configure the time zone in an SAP system. Additionally, there are several blogs and articles available online which provide tips and tricks on how to configure the time zone in an SAP system.
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