What is protected in SAP BC - Basis Components?

SAP Term: protected

• Component: BC

• Component Name: Basis Components

• Description: A criteria of an attribute or a method. The relevant class component attribute, method can be accessed by instances of classes derived from the class in question by means of inheritance but NOT by instances of unrelated classes. The definition of "protected" differs slightly from language to language. The Java definition: Both derived classes and classes of the same package may access protected properties and methods.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Protected components are a set of SAP BC Basis components that are not available for modification or deletion. These components are essential for the proper functioning of the system and must remain unchanged. They are marked with a special flag in the system to indicate that they are protected. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Protected components can be identified by looking for the special flag in the system. They cannot be modified or deleted, so any changes must be made to other components instead. It is important to remember that these components are essential for the proper functioning of the system and must remain unchanged. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When making changes to the system, it is important to remember that protected components cannot be modified or deleted. If changes need to be made, they must be made to other components instead. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on protected components, please refer to SAP's documentation on BC Basis Components.