What is top include in SAP BC-ABA - ABAP Runtime Environment?

SAP Term: top include

• Component: BC-ABA

• Component Name: ABAP Runtime Environment

• Description: Include program that is intended for the glodal declaration section of an ABAP program. Processing blocks must not be implemented in the top include. This is checked by the enhanced program check. When a single include program of an ABAP program is compiled, the corresponding top include is incorporated.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A top include is a type of ABAP program that is included at the beginning of an ABAP program. It contains global data and subroutines that are used by the program. It is also known as a “top-level include” or “top-level program”. 
  
  How to use it: 
  A top include is used to store global data and subroutines that are used by an ABAP program. It is included at the beginning of the program and can be accessed by any other part of the program. The top include can also be used to store constants, variables, and other data that are used throughout the program. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a top include, it is important to make sure that all of the data and subroutines stored in it are properly documented. This will make it easier for other developers to understand how the top include works and how it can be used in other programs. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The SAP Help Portal provides more information about top includes, including how to create them and how to use them in ABAP programs. Additionally, there are many online tutorials available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to create and use top includes in ABAP programs.