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

SAP Term: UTC time stamp

• Component: BC-ABA

• Component Name: ABAP Runtime Environment

• Description: Time stamp that references the UTC reference time. The time stamps in th e ABAP runtime environment are UTC time stamps, but because they are POSIX time stamps do not support leap seconds.

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• Key Concepts: 
  UTC time stamp is a time format used in SAP systems to store and display date and time information. It is based on the Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) standard, which is the same as Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). UTC time stamps are used to ensure that all date and time information is consistent across different systems and locations. 
  
  How to use it: 
  UTC time stamps are used in SAP systems to store and display date and time information. This information can be used for various purposes, such as tracking changes in data over time or scheduling tasks. To use UTC time stamps, you must first convert the date and time into the UTC format. This can be done using the ABAP Runtime Environment (BC-ABA) component of SAP. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using UTC time stamps, it is important to remember that they are based on the Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) standard, which is the same as Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). This means that when converting dates and times into UTC format, you must take into account any differences between your local time zone and GMT. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information about using UTC time stamps in SAP systems, please refer to the official SAP documentation on the ABAP Runtime Environment (BC-ABA) component of SAP. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed instructions on how to convert dates and times into UTC format.