What is coding template in SAP BC-ESI - Enterprise Service Infrastructure?

SAP Term: coding template

• Component: BC-ESI

• Component Name: Enterprise Service Infrastructure

• Description: A template that contains the code of an object that SIW generates. In addition to the object description, it provides all information that SIW needs to generate the corresponding object, as for example project-specific code slots that the Service Implementation Developer must implement. Some sections of coding within the template are reusable for all projects of one or multiple configurations. In the SOA context, reusable coding sections can cover features like error and conflict handling, or extended XML handling. Technically seen, a coding template is a text file in an ABAP point of view an include.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A coding template is a feature of the SAP BC-ESI Enterprise Service Infrastructure. It is a set of predefined coding rules that can be used to quickly and easily create new services. The template contains all the necessary code for a service, including the service interface, data structures, and methods. It also includes a set of best practices for coding and debugging. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use a coding template, you must first create a new service in the SAP BC-ESI Enterprise Service Infrastructure. Once the service is created, you can select the coding template from the list of available templates. The template will then be applied to the service, and you can begin coding your service according to the predefined rules. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using a coding template, it is important to remember that the template is only a starting point. You should always review and modify the code as needed to ensure that it meets your specific requirements. Additionally, it is important to keep up with any changes or updates to the template as they become available. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on coding templates in SAP BC-ESI Enterprise Service Infrastructure, please refer to the official documentation at https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/BC_ESI/latest/en-US/index.html?topic=%2Fcom.sap.eso.help%2Fhtml%2Fcoding_templates_overview.html