What is subannotation in SAP BC-DWB-DIC - ABAP Dictionary?

SAP Term: subannotation

• Component: BC-DWB-DIC

• Component Name: ABAP Dictionary

• Description: CDS annotation specified in curly brackets { } in an annotation definition behind another annotation. When a subannotation is specified in annotation syntax, curly brackets { } are also used or structured names separated using periods.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Subannotation is a feature of the ABAP Dictionary in SAP that allows users to add additional information to an existing annotation. This additional information can be used to provide more detailed descriptions of the annotation, or to provide additional context for the annotation. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Subannotations can be added to an existing annotation by selecting the “Subannotation” option from the ABAP Dictionary menu. This will open a dialog box where users can enter the additional information they wish to add. Once the subannotation has been added, it will appear alongside the original annotation in the ABAP Dictionary. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When adding a subannotation, it is important to ensure that the additional information is relevant and accurate. Subannotations should not be used as a way to add unnecessary or irrelevant information. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Subannotations are just one of many features available in the ABAP Dictionary. Other features include data elements, domains, and search help objects. All of these features can be used to create and maintain data structures in SAP.