Tips
Tips
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TCodes and VLookup
Using agr_tstc and agr_tcodes tables you can run a list of all your Activity Groups, TCodes and TCode descriptions. Continue Reading
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ABAP/Basis Important Transaction Codes
Attached are the most daily used transactions in SAP by ABAP developer and BASIS team. Continue Reading
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Working with Field Symbols
An important aspect of ABAP, is the ?Field Symbol?. This SAP Higher Education tip de-mystifies Field Symbols. Continue Reading
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Getting started with Java
Resources for the Java beginner. Continue Reading
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Improve performance of SELECT
As you know it is important to use as many key fields as possible in WHERE clauses of SELECT statements. Continue Reading
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Call Transaction
Little example for use of the Call Transaction and get the error code. Continue Reading
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Fetching data from external tables
Using 'For all entries in Itab' option with Select statement rather than using loop endloop option. Continue Reading
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Using values of calling Programs in ABAP
Sometimes you want to access data in your ABAP which are not known in the part of your program currently running . Continue Reading
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Structured ABAP programming by a COBOL programmer
This is an example of an ABAP program structured like a COBOL program. Continue Reading
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Data Validation - Effectively
In reports,if we want to validate the selection screen entries, We handle it in 'AT SELECTION-SCREEN' event. Continue Reading
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Function module for Web RFC
The RFC channel is one method by which the SAPGUI can communicate with the R/3 System. Continue Reading
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Understanding the Internet Transaction Server ( ITS)
The SAP Internet Transaction Server (ITS) is the essential link between the SAP R/3 system and the Internet. Continue Reading
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Data Generation for SAP Demo Tables
Re-creation of Sample data for SAP tutorials through Program : RSBCDAT3 Continue Reading
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Copy table dynamically
This program permits to create or update lines from source table to target table with create internal tables dynamically. Continue Reading
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Create dynamic table with conditions
This program permits to create or update lines from source table Continue Reading
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Enabling HTTPS in the Web Application Server
The instructions in this tip explain how to switch on HTTPS in on your server. Continue Reading
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The 10 Worst Practices of SAP Development Projects
The ten biggest mistakes companies make in project deployment Continue Reading
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Programming dynamic selections
A description of how to program a dynamic selection. Continue Reading
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Examples of ABAP code
This tip tells you where to find examples of ABAP code Continue Reading
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Structuring source code
This article focuses on the two particular modularization units used for structuring the source code - includes and macros. Continue Reading
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Running SAP Programs from UNIX
This tip will help you learn more about running SAP Programs from UNIX. Continue Reading
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Component parts of Internet applications
These are the essential pieces of your Internet application. Continue Reading
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Browse for a file on input parameter using F4 button - Another alternative, Again
This tip shows how to query a user for a filename and return multiple files. Continue Reading
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List of important reports
This tip presents a list of important reports. Continue Reading
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Calling an ABAP form SAPScript
This tip presents the code for calling an ABAP form SAPScript Continue Reading
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SAP to Excel - OLE Access
Calling MS - Excel from SAP using OLE. Continue Reading
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Execute an pc file from SAP
Using the following program one can open a word document file. Continue Reading
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Function Modules
Function Modules to Read/Update Screen Fields without PAI/PBO events Continue Reading
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Look up tables/views for specific fields
This program extracts the tables list for given field names. On double clicking the table it will take you to SE11 . Continue Reading
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How to use ASSIGN LOCAL COPY OF MAIN TABLE FIELD
Using syntax ASSIGN LOCAL COPY OF MAIN TABLE FIELD you can refer to the value of TABLE FIELDS defined in calling programs. Continue Reading
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Technical principles for programming SAP Internet applications
Some things to keep in midn when writing SAP Web applications. Continue Reading
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Calling Unix Shell Scripts From ABAP
Unix Shell scripts along with ABAP can be used to perform many tasks. Continue Reading
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Dynamic positioning to right of list
How to define a dynamic line-size in your report if you do not know beforehand the number of columns to WRITE. Continue Reading
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SAP table view in html format
A simple report program. Through this you can view SAP Tables in HTML format. Continue Reading
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OCX -Control ( Combobox)
This is an example program to create a combobox in your ABAP program. Continue Reading
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How to create a graphical progress bar
It is very simple, you can call 'progress_popup' function for generate a graphical progress bar. Continue Reading
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Browse for a file on input parameter using F4 button - Another alternative
This is another alternative for a Windows style browsing for a file in the local drive. Continue Reading
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Accessing unpassed field values in user exits
Here's an easy solution which reads contents of PXA area and assigns field values to field-symbols.
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Negative values on screens, I/O templates for screen fields
Negative values on screens, I/O templates for screen fields Continue Reading
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Display an output list in HTML format for the Web
Accepts a wild card '*' as input parameter as program input and then uses the variant table to generate the output.
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Disk space is cheap...or is it?
This tip from SAP Educational Services outlines the cost of a growing database and how data-archiving can help. Continue Reading
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Login and user management on AGate
Login and user management is one of the most important tasks of AGate. Here's a description of its functions. Continue Reading
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ASP for SAP Pros
Many companies are using ASPs to implement SAP. This translates into good opportunities for SAP pros. Continue Reading
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Convert a character to Ascii value
Learn how to find the corresponding ASCII code value of a character. Continue Reading
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Sending spool list to multiple users, while creating background job
To send spool list to multiple users while defining background job via trans. SM36, create a distribution list. Continue Reading
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Browse for a file on input parameter using F4 button
This tip gives the users a Windows style browse option to select the file from local PC or the network. Continue Reading
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The basics on SAP's e-Selling solutions
Learn about the e-Selling solutions contained within SAP. Continue Reading
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Handy summary of SAP/Custom developed programs
This tip shows you how to find the tables, function modules, views & structures used by SAP in a particular transaction. Continue Reading
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Sending SAPOffice mail- Better options
This is a user submitted tip in response to the developer tip titled "Sending SAPOffice mail." Continue Reading
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Exit SAP sessions instantly
This tip shows you how to exit SAP sessions instantly. Continue Reading
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Web-enabling SAP: common issues and answers
Learn the most common problems you'll encounter when Web-enabling SAP. Continue Reading
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Sending SAPOffice mail
This ABAP program will allow you to send email from SAPOffice. Continue Reading
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Using the SAP Password BAPIs
Here are some time and money-saving ways to get around having to buy a named userid for all users of your SAP system. Continue Reading
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Popup an instant message on a set of users' screen
This code will let you pop a message up on specified users' screens. Continue Reading
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Cheque print - No voided cheque
Using standard Sapscripts for cheque print do produce a remittance advice from payables. Continue Reading
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Beautify ABAP code
This tip will show you how to make your SAP ABAP code more readable and presentable. Continue Reading
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Internal Table Fields in the Debugger
In the debugger you can look at specific fields of an internal table without scrolling from left to right & back and forth. Continue Reading
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Using hash tables for fast lookup
If you have an internal table in a program used solely for lookup, it's good programming practice to use a hash table.
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Very dynamic field-symbols
Referring to data from calling program in an SAP customer function. Continue Reading
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Compare programs in Production/Test system with Development System
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Business intelligence and 3rd party tool integration
This tip is from our chat "SAP Business Intelligence: what is it?" with speaker Naeem Hashmi, CTO of Information Frameworks. Continue Reading
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Protect all reports against execution via SA38
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BAPI Commit
Test/execute BAPI called BAPI_SALESORDER_CREATEFROMDAT2 for sales order creation. Continue Reading
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Matchcode Objects using Search Helps
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Automatic nightly client copy triggering
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Write shorter, more readable code using ABAP Objects
Develop a simple class hierarchy to describe functionality found in programs and implement it using template programs. Continue Reading
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One-way hash encrypting/decrypting
This program encrypts and decrypts a string using an 8 byte strong one-way-hash like encrypting method. Continue Reading
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SAP Tree Control vs. SAP Tree Model
Some rather complex code goes into programming with SAP Tree controls. This tip presents an easier option for those on 4.6C. Continue Reading
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Authentication and single sign-on
With SAP's SNC option, you can switch off passwords and achieve Single Sign-On from a separate security infrastructure. Continue Reading
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Protect SAP against hackers using word attack/dictionary methods
This program uses UNIX hacking dictionary (CRACK) as input & filters and varies the words based upon SAP password rules. Continue Reading
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Comparing programs
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Create a customized logon screen with configurable active elements
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Seven things user groups can do for you
Busy SAP professionals need more incentive, especially when it comes to joining user groups. Continue Reading
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Securing an SAP system network
A firewall between the intranet and Internet is a good idea, but did you know that you need barriers inside the network? Continue Reading
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Hide and password-protect any ABAP's source
This program hides any ABAP's source code and protects it with a password. Continue Reading
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Primary keys of database table
What to do when using Select single and primary keys of the database table are known, or not known. Continue Reading
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Security
Security is an important issue for all Internet scenarios. Continue Reading
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Performance of SELECT SINGLE vs READ
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Form/Layout Set
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ABAP/4 optimization
ABAP/4 programs can take a long time to execute and make other processes wait. Here are some tips to speed up your programs. Continue Reading
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Separate programs
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Hourglass?
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Call Transaction of a Batch Input
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ABAP Documentation !!
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Start debugging from a pop-up dynpro
When solving problems in ABAP you sometimes want to start your debugging session directly after a popup screen. Continue Reading
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Installing Oracle/SAP over pre-existing data files
This tip presents a useful procedure for reinstalling NT or Oracle or SAP software on an existing SAP db/app server. Continue Reading
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Using SAP FTP programs
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Search_sap_menu
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Disabling Printers
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Find Menu Path for a Transaction or Keyword
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Finding data in SAP
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Session Recovery after Auto-logout
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Project expense report
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Searching SAP Menus
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SAP C-business scenarios
This tip, excerpted from SAP Insider Magazine, explains collaborative business. Continue Reading
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Outstanding PO Report
This report displays information for outstanding purchase orders. Continue Reading
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Successful interviewing skills for SAP professionals
Certification looks great on a resume, but eye contact and listening skills are paramount to landing the job of your dreams. Continue Reading
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Find GRs without IRs
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Using field-groups
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Conceptual thinkers wanted
Experts say SAP professionals should focus on communications, business process orientation and conceptual thinking skills. Continue Reading