What is ranges table type in SAP (BC-DWB-DIC - ABAP Dictionary)?

SAP Term: ranges table type

• Component: BC-DWB-DIC

• Component Name: ABAP Dictionary

• Description: Special case of a table type that defines the structure of an internal table for describing complex areas - that is, the type of an internal ranges table in the ABAP program.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A ranges table type is a type of table in the ABAP Dictionary of SAP software. It is used to define a range of values for a field in a database table. The range of values can be defined by specifying the lower and upper limits of the range. The range can also be defined by specifying a list of values that are allowed in the field. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use a ranges table type, you must first create a database table in the ABAP Dictionary. Then, you must define the field that will use the ranges table type. When defining the field, you must specify the lower and upper limits of the range or list of values that are allowed in the field. Once this is done, you can save the table and use it in your application. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When defining a ranges table type, it is important to ensure that all values within the range are valid for your application. This will help to ensure that your application runs smoothly and without errors. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all values outside of the range are not allowed in your application. This will help to prevent any unwanted data from entering your application. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on ranges table types, please refer to SAP's documentation on BC-DWB-DIC ABAP Dictionary (https://help.sap.com/doc/abapdocu_751_index_htm/7.51/en-US/index.htm). Additionally, there are many tutorials available online that provide step-by-step instructions on how to create and use ranges table types in SAP software.