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


SAP Term: primary table

  • Component: BC-DWB-DIC

  • Component Name: ABAP Dictionary

  • Description: The first table to be included in an aggregated object. An aggregated object collects several tables that are linked through foreign keys.


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  • Key Concepts: 
    A primary table is a table in the ABAP Dictionary that stores data in the SAP system. It is the main table in a database and contains the most important information. It is used to store master data, such as customer information, product information, and other data that is used to support business processes. 
    
    How to use it: 
    Primary tables are used to store data in the SAP system. They are used to store master data, such as customer information, product information, and other data that is used to support business processes. To create a primary table, you must first define the fields that will be stored in the table. Once the fields have been defined, you can create the table and add data to it. 
    
    Tips & Tricks: 
    When creating a primary table, it is important to ensure that all of the fields are properly defined and that all of the data is accurate. It is also important to ensure that all of the fields are properly indexed so that queries can be performed quickly and efficiently. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all of the data is properly secured so that unauthorized users cannot access it. 
    
    Related Information: 
    Primary tables are just one type of table in the ABAP Dictionary. Other types of tables include secondary tables, which are used to store additional information related to a primary table; transparent tables, which are used to store application-specific data; and pooled tables, which are used to store large amounts of data. Additionally, there are other objects in the ABAP Dictionary such as views and structures which can be used to access and manipulate data stored in primary tables.
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