What is late numbering in SAP BC-ESI-RAP - RESTful ABAP Programming Model?

SAP Term: late numbering

• Component: BC-ESI-RAP

• Component Name: RESTful ABAP Programming Model

• Description: A concept by which new created entity instances are given a definitive key just before they are saved on the database.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Late numbering is a feature of the BC-ESI-RAP RESTful ABAP Programming Model that allows for the numbering of objects to be deferred until the time of their creation. This means that the number of an object is not assigned until the object is actually created, allowing for more flexibility in the numbering process. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use late numbering, you must first enable it in the ABAP programming model. This can be done by setting the parameter “late_numbering” to “true” in the configuration file. Once enabled, you can then use late numbering when creating objects. When creating an object, you can specify that it should be numbered using late numbering by setting the “late_numbering” parameter to “true”. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using late numbering, it is important to remember that the number of an object will not be assigned until it is actually created. This means that if you are creating multiple objects at once, they may not all have the same number. It is also important to note that late numbering does not affect existing objects; only new objects will be numbered using late numbering. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on late numbering and how to use it, please refer to the SAP documentation on BC-ESI-RAP RESTful ABAP Programming Model. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide tutorials and tips on how to use late numbering effectively.