What is virtual element in SAP BC-ESI-RAP - RESTful ABAP Programming Model?

SAP Term: virtual element

• Component: BC-ESI-RAP

• Component Name: RESTful ABAP Programming Model

• Description: Element that is not persisted on the database but calculated during runtime.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A virtual element is a component of the BC-ESI-RAP RESTful ABAP Programming Model. It is a representation of an entity in the system that can be used to access and manipulate data. It is not a physical object, but rather an abstraction of the underlying data structure. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Virtual elements are used to access and manipulate data in the system. They can be used to create, read, update, and delete data. They can also be used to query data from the system and to perform calculations on the data. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using virtual elements, it is important to understand the underlying data structure and how it relates to the virtual element. This will help ensure that the correct data is being accessed and manipulated. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all operations are performed in a secure manner. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The BC-ESI-RAP RESTful ABAP Programming Model provides detailed documentation on how to use virtual elements. Additionally, there are many tutorials available online that provide step-by-step instructions on how to use virtual elements in SAP systems.