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What is main annotation in SAP BC-DWB-DIC - ABAP Dictionary?


SAP Term: main annotation

  • Component: BC-DWB-DIC

  • Component Name: ABAP Dictionary

  • Description: Also called root annotation. The CDS annotation defined after the statement DEFINE ANNOTATION in a CDS annotation definition or a name of an annotation specified on its own in the annotation syntax or in front of a period. A main annotation can be structured using subannotations.


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  • Key Concepts: 
    Main annotation is a feature of the ABAP Dictionary in SAP that allows users to add annotations to the data elements, domains, and tables they create. These annotations can be used to provide additional information about the data element or table, such as its purpose, usage, or other related information. 
    
    How to use it: 
    To add a main annotation to a data element, domain, or table, open the ABAP Dictionary and select the object you want to annotate. Then click on the “Annotations” tab and enter your annotation in the “Main Annotation” field. Once you have saved your annotation, it will be visible in the object’s details. 
    
    Tips & Tricks: 
    When adding main annotations to objects in the ABAP Dictionary, make sure to use clear and concise language that accurately describes the object. This will help other users quickly understand what the object is used for and how it should be used. 
    
    Related Information: 
    For more information on main annotations in SAP, please refer to SAP Help documentation at https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_ABAP_Dictionary/7.50/en-US.
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