What is TABCAT 3 in SAP BC-I18-UNI - I18N Unicode?

SAP Term: TABCAT 3

• 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 3 TABCAT 3 = Not code page dependent The table has text data that contains only 7-bit ASCII characters. The table is not code page-dependent and therefore it is irrelevant which code page is used for the conversion.

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• Key Concepts: 
  TABCAT 3 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 3 can be used to convert non-Unicode data into Unicode data. This can be done by running the TABCAT 3 program, which will automatically detect the source and target systems and convert the data accordingly. The program can also be used to check for any errors in the conversion process. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using TABCAT 3, it is important to ensure that the source and target systems are compatible with each other. Additionally, it is important to check for any errors in the conversion process, as this can lead to data loss or corruption. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on TABCAT 3 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 3 effectively.