What is data element supplement in SAP BC-DWB-DIC - ABAP Dictionary?

SAP Term: data element supplement

• Component: BC-DWB-DIC

• Component Name: ABAP Dictionary

• Description: The additional information about a data element in the online documentation. A data element is usually defined in a document of the document class ‘data element’. If the use of a data element in a screen requires additional information, for example, about the procedure, this information can be included in the data element supplement. Options are: Standard data element supplement Screen-specific data element supplement.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Data element supplement is a component of the ABAP Dictionary in SAP. It is used to supplement the data elements of a table or structure with additional information. This additional information can include descriptions, technical attributes, and other related information. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Data element supplements are used to provide additional information about the data elements of a table or structure. This information can be used to help understand the purpose of the data element and how it is used in the system. To use a data element supplement, you must first create it in the ABAP Dictionary. Once created, you can then assign it to the relevant data elements. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a data element supplement, make sure to include all relevant information that will help users understand the purpose of the data element. This includes descriptions, technical attributes, and other related information. Additionally, make sure to keep your data element supplements up-to-date with any changes that may occur in the system. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on data element supplements, please refer to SAP Help Portal (https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_ABAP_Dictionary/7.50/en-US). Additionally, you can find more information on how to create and manage data element supplements in the ABAP Dictionary in SAP's online documentation (https://help.sap.com/doc/abapdocu_750_index_htm/7.50/en-US/index.htm).