What is name table in SAP BC-DWB-DIC - ABAP Dictionary?

SAP Term: name table

• Component: BC-DWB-DIC

• Component Name: ABAP Dictionary

• Description: Nametab for short. Repository for the runtime objects of data types in . The name table is split across two native database tables: DDNTT for the nametab header and DDNTF for the nametab field descriptions. These database tables are not defined in . The name table is accessed internally in the ABAP runtime environment or by using APIs.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A name table is a type of table in the ABAP Dictionary of SAP software. It is used to store the names of objects, such as tables, views, and structures. It is also used to store the names of fields within those objects. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Name tables are used to store the names of objects and fields in the ABAP Dictionary. This allows for easier access to these objects and fields when coding in ABAP. The name table can be accessed by using the SE11 transaction code. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When accessing the name table, it is important to remember that the names are case-sensitive. This means that if you enter a name in lowercase, it will not be found in the name table. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The name table is related to other tables in the ABAP Dictionary, such as the data dictionary and domain tables. These tables are used to store information about objects and fields in SAP software.