What is TABCAT 2 in SAP BC-I18-UNI - I18N Unicode?

SAP Term: TABCAT 2

• Component: BC-I18-UNI

• Component Name: I18N Unicode

• Description: During the Unicode Preconversion Phase, all database tables are divided into three table categories according to whether they: contain a language field type LANG or SPRAS and the Text Language Flag or they do not contain a language field type LANG or SPRAS and the Text Language Flag or they are not code page-dependent at all. Category 2 TABCAT 2 = Code page dependent without Language Field The table has no language field. Code page information has to be derived before conversion to Unicode. Per default, Category 2 tables are multiple code page-dependent.

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• Key Concepts: 
  TABCAT 2 is a component of the SAP system that is used to convert non-Unicode data into Unicode data. It is part of the BC-I18-UNI I18N Unicode Conversion package, which is used to ensure that data is stored in a consistent format across different systems. 
  
  How to use it: 
  TABCAT 2 can be used to convert non-Unicode data into Unicode data. This can be done by running the TABCAT 2 program, which will scan the source data and convert it into Unicode format. The converted data can then be stored in a database or other system that supports Unicode. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using TABCAT 2, it is important to ensure that the source data is in a consistent format. This will help to ensure that the conversion process runs smoothly and that the converted data is accurate. Additionally, it is important to back up any source data before running TABCAT 2, as the conversion process may cause some data to be lost or corrupted. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on TABCAT 2 and other components of the BC-I18-UNI I18N Unicode Conversion package, please refer to the SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide tutorials and tips on how to use TABCAT 2 and other components of the package.