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Thursday 25 May 2023

ABAP Syntax 7.40+: New Features and Enhancements

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ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced several new features and enhancements. Here are some of the key changes:

  1. Inline Declarations: You can now declare variables directly within ABAP statements using the DATA keyword. For example:
abap
DATA(lv_variable) = 'Hello, World!'.
  1. Method Expressions: Methods can be defined as expressions using the METHOD keyword. This allows you to define and use methods within an expression without creating a separate method declaration. For example:
abap
DATA(lv_result) = COND #( WHEN lv_value IS INITIAL THEN me->get_default( ) ELSE lv_value ).
  1. String Templates: String templates allow you to concatenate strings with expressions directly inside double quotes. The expressions are enclosed in curly braces {}. For example:
abap
DATA(lv_name) = 'John'.
DATA(lv_greeting) = |Welcome, { lv_name }!|.

  1. New Operators:

    • ?=: The ?= operator allows you to check if a value is initial or not. It returns a boolean result. For example:
    abap
    IF lv_variable ?= initial.
  WRITE 'Variable is initial'.
ELSE.
  WRITE 'Variable is not initial'.
ENDIF.
    • ??=: The ??= operator allows you to check if a value is bound (not initial or not VALUE). It returns a boolean result. For example:
    abap
    IF lv_variable ??= VALUE.
  WRITE 'Variable is bound'.
ELSE.
  WRITE 'Variable is not bound'.
ENDIF.

  2. New Control Structures:

    • CASE: The CASE statement can now be used with the LET expression to assign a value based on conditions. For example:
    abap
    DATA(lv_grade) = CASE lv_score WHEN 90..100 THEN 'A'
                               WHEN 80..89 THEN 'B'
                               WHEN 70..79 THEN 'C'
                               ELSE 'D'.
    • FOR with Target Field: The FOR loop can now use a target field instead of a target variable. This allows you to modify the loop index within the loop body. For example:
    abap
    DATA(lt_values) = VALUE ty_values_table( (1) (2) (3) ).
DATA(lv_total) = 0.

FOR <lv_index> = 1 TO lines( lt_values ).
  lv_total = <lv_index>.
ENDFOR.
  1. Field Symbols for Internal Tables: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the ability to use field symbols (FIELD-SYMBOLS) directly with internal tables. This allows you to access and process table entries without needing to specify a work area. For example:
abap
FIELD-SYMBOLS <ls_entry> TYPE LINE OF lt_table.
LOOP AT lt_table ASSIGNING <ls_entry>.
  WRITE <ls_entry>-field.
ENDLOOP.
  1. NEW Operator for Internal Tables: The NEW operator can be used to create a new internal table and assign it to a field symbol in a single statement. For example:
abap
FIELD-SYMBOLS <lt_table> TYPE STANDARD TABLE.
<lt_table> = NEW #( ).
  1. Table Expressions: Table expressions allow you to manipulate internal tables using expressions. They provide a concise syntax for filtering, aggregating, and transforming internal table data. For example:
abap
DATA(lt_filtered) = lt_table[ field = 'Value' AND other_field = 'Other Value' ].
DATA(lv_sum) = REDUCE i( INIT sum = 0 FOR wa IN lt_table NEXT sum = sum + wa-field ).
  1. Optional Parameters: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the ability to define optional parameters in methods and function modules using the OPTIONAL keyword. Optional parameters can be omitted when calling the method or function module, and their default values will be used. For example:
abap
METHODS my_method
  IMPORTING
    p_parameter1 TYPE i
    OPTIONAL p_parameter2 TYPE c LENGTH 1 DEFAULT 'X'.
  1. Result Parameters: Result parameters allow methods and function modules to return multiple values. The RESULT keyword is used to define result parameters. For example:
abap
METHODS my_method
  IMPORTING
    p_parameter1 TYPE i
  RESULT
    r_result1 TYPE i
    r_result2 TYPE c LENGTH 1.
  1. Operators for Built-in Functions:
  • VALUE: The VALUE operator allows you to create an internal table or a structure directly within an expression. It simplifies the creation of temporary data objects. For example:
abap
DATA(lt_values) = VALUE ty_values_table( (1) (2) (3) ).
DATA(ls_data) = VALUE ty_data( field1 = 'Value1' field2 = 'Value2' ).
  • COND: The COND operator allows you to write conditional expressions concisely. It supports multiple conditions and corresponding values. For example:
abap
DATA(lv_result) = COND #( WHEN lv_value IS INITIAL THEN 'Initial' ELSE lv_value ).

  1. Function Group Enhancement: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced an enhancement to function groups. You can now define global classes and interfaces within a function group. This allows you to encapsulate related classes and interfaces within the function group. The global classes and interfaces can be accessed by all function modules within the function group.

  2. Data References: Data references (DATA REF) provide a generic way to refer to any data object in ABAP, including variables, structures, and internal tables. They allow you to create more flexible and dynamic code. Data references can be used with operators like ASSIGN, DEREF, and CAST.

  3. Pattern Matching: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced pattern matching capabilities using the MATCH statement. It allows you to match values against patterns and execute corresponding actions. Patterns can be defined using various operators such as LIKE, SUBMATCHES, INTO, and ABSENT. Pattern matching simplifies complex conditional logic.

  4. JSON Support: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ provides built-in support for working with JSON data. You can parse JSON strings into ABAP data structures and serialize ABAP data into JSON strings using the JSON-XML Transformation (JSON-XML transformation is supported from ABAP 7.50+). JSON-related classes and methods such as CL_TREX_JSON_SERIALIZER and CL_TREX_JSON_DESERIALIZER are available for JSON handling.

  1. Inline Declarations in SELECT Statements: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ allows you to declare variables directly within SELECT statements using the @DATA declaration. This enables you to define variables that hold the selected data without the need for separate field symbols or work areas. For example:
abap
SELECT field1 field2 @DATA(lv_variable) field3
  FROM table
  INTO @DATA(lv_selected1) @DATA(lv_selected2) @DATA(lv_selected3).
  1. Built-In Functions:
  • FIND: The FIND function searches for a substring within a string and returns the position of the substring. It simplifies string manipulation tasks. For example:
abap
DATA(lv_position) = FIND( 'World' IN 'Hello, World!' ).
  • FILTER: The FILTER function allows you to filter internal tables based on a Boolean condition. It returns a new internal table that contains only the rows that satisfy the condition. For example:
abap
DATA(lt_filtered) = FILTER( lt_table USING field = 'Value' AND other_field = 'Other Value' ).
  • REDUCE: The REDUCE function allows you to perform iterative calculations on an internal table. It simplifies the aggregation of values from a table. For example:
abap
DATA(lv_sum) = REDUCE i( INIT sum = 0 FOR wa IN lt_table NEXT sum = sum + wa-field ).
  1. Expressions in LOOP Statements: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the ability to use expressions as loop boundaries and step sizes in LOOP statements. It provides more flexibility in controlling the iteration process. For example:
abap
LOOP AT lt_table INTO DATA(lv_value) FROM 1 TO lines( lt_table ) GROUP BY 2.
  WRITE lv_value.
ENDLOOP.
  1. Table Expressions in SQL Statements: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ allows you to use table expressions in SQL statements for more concise and efficient coding. Table expressions can be used in the FROM clause to filter, join, or aggregate data from multiple tables. For example:
abap
SELECT field1, field2
  FROM ( SELECT field1, field2 FROM table1 WHERE condition )
  INNER JOIN ( SELECT field1, field2 FROM table2 WHERE condition )
  ON table1.field = table2.field
  INTO TABLE @DATA(lt_result).
  1. Expressions in IF Statements: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ allows you to use expressions directly in IF statements without the need for a separate condition variable. This simplifies the code by reducing the number of variables used. For example:
abap
IF lv_variable = 'Value' AND lv_flag = abap_true.
  WRITE 'Condition met'.
ENDIF.

  1. ABAP Channels: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced ABAP Channels, which enable asynchronous and parallel processing in ABAP programs. With ABAP Channels, you can define sender and receiver channels and perform non-blocking communication between them. This allows for improved performance and scalability in scenarios such as parallel processing, event-driven programming, and message-based integration.

  2. ABAP Unit: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ enhanced the ABAP Unit framework for unit testing in ABAP. The ABAP Unit framework provides a standardized way to write and execute unit tests for ABAP programs, classes, and function modules. It includes features such as test classes, test methods, and assertions, enabling developers to ensure the quality and correctness of their code.

  3. Stream Operations: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced stream operations, which enable functional-style programming in ABAP. Stream operations allow you to perform operations on data streams, such as filtering, mapping, sorting, and aggregating, in a concise and efficient manner. This enhances code readability and simplifies complex data processing tasks.

  4. Table Expressions in MODIFY Statements: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ allows you to use table expressions in MODIFY statements to update multiple rows of an internal table in a single statement. This eliminates the need for explicit loop statements and improves performance. For example:

abap
MODIFY lt_table FROM TABLE @lt_values INDEX IN lt_table_index.
  1. ABAP Managed Database Procedures (AMDP): ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced AMDP, which allows you to define and execute database procedures directly within ABAP programs. AMDP integrates ABAP and SQLScript, providing a seamless way to leverage the power of database-specific operations and optimizations in ABAP programs.
  1. Dynamic Field Access: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the ability to access fields dynamically at runtime using the ASSIGN statement. This allows you to access and modify field values dynamically without the need for explicit field names. For example:
abap
DATA(lv_fieldname) = 'FIELD1'.
ASSIGN (lv_fieldname) OF STRUCTURE TO <lv_field>.

  1. ABAP Annotations: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced support for annotations, which allow you to add metadata and additional information to ABAP objects. Annotations can be used to describe the semantics, behavior, and usage of ABAP elements, enabling better documentation, tooling, and integration with other technologies.

  2. ABAP Channels: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ enhanced ABAP Channels with the ability to handle exceptions and errors during asynchronous processing. You can define exception classes and handle errors within channels, providing better error handling and fault tolerance in asynchronous scenarios.

  3. Inline Code Documentation: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced inline code documentation using Markdown syntax. You can add comments and documentation directly within the code, making it easier to understand and maintain. The Markdown documentation is automatically rendered in ABAP development tools, providing improved readability.

  4. ABAP RESTful Programming Model (RAP): ABAP Syntax 7.40+ laid the foundation for the ABAP RESTful Programming Model (RAP), which provides a modern approach to building SAP Fiori applications in ABAP. RAP introduces a set of guidelines and best practices for building scalable, extensible, and maintainable applications using ABAP and OData services.

  5. ABAP Database Connectivity (ADBC): ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the ADBC framework, which provides a unified and simplified API for database access in ABAP programs. ADBC allows you to execute database-specific SQL statements and retrieve results in a structured manner, enabling efficient and optimized database interactions.

  6. ABAP Core Data Services (CDS): ABAP Syntax 7.40+ enhanced the ABAP Core Data Services (CDS) framework, which provides a data modeling and persistence layer for ABAP applications. CDS enables the definition of database-agnostic data models and offers powerful features such as associations, annotations, and SQL expressions for efficient data processing.

  1. Advanced View Definition (AVD): ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the Advanced View Definition (AVD) framework, which allows you to define database views using ABAP code. AVD provides a more flexible and expressive way to define complex views with advanced features such as aggregations, joins, and calculated fields.

  2. Enhanced Open SQL: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ enhanced the Open SQL capabilities with new features and performance improvements. Some of the enhancements include the ability to use expressions in SELECT list projections, the addition of new aggregate functions, support for subqueries in WHERE and JOIN conditions, and improved performance in certain SQL operations.

  3. Data Access Class (DAC): ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the Data Access Class (DAC), which provides a unified way to access and manipulate data across different data sources, such as database tables, ABAP objects, and external services. DAC simplifies data access and reduces the complexity of dealing with various data sources.

  4. ABAP Test Cockpit (ATC): ABAP Syntax 7.40+ enhanced the ABAP Test Cockpit (ATC), which is a powerful tool for static code analysis and quality checks in ABAP programs. ATC provides a wide range of checks for detecting potential bugs, performance issues, and adherence to coding guidelines. It helps improve code quality and maintainability.

  5. Unicode Enhancements: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced enhancements related to Unicode support, including improved handling of Unicode characters and strings, enhanced string manipulation functions for Unicode strings, and support for Unicode-enabled regular expressions. These enhancements ensure better compatibility and handling of Unicode data.

  6. ABAP Channels for Events (ACE): ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced ABAP Channels for Events (ACE), which provides a publish-subscribe mechanism for event-driven programming in ABAP. ACE allows you to decouple the sender and receiver of events, enabling loose coupling and better modularity in ABAP applications.

  7. ABAP Development Tools (ADT): ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced enhancements to the ABAP Development Tools (ADT), the primary development environment for ABAP programming. ADT provides features such as advanced code editors, integrated debugging, performance analysis tools, and seamless integration with other development tools and frameworks.

  1. ABAP Managed Database Procedures (AMDP): ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced AMDP, which allows you to define and execute database procedures directly within ABAP programs. AMDP integrates ABAP and SQLScript, providing a seamless way to leverage the power of database-specific operations and optimizations in ABAP programs.

  2. Table Expressions in WHERE Clause: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ allows you to use table expressions directly in the WHERE clause of SQL statements. This enables you to filter data based on complex conditions involving multiple tables without the need for explicit joins. For example:

abap
SELECT field1, field2
  FROM table1
  WHERE ( field1 = 'Value1' AND field2 = 'Value2' )
     OR ( field1 = 'Value3' AND field2 = 'Value4' ).

  1. ABAP Annotations: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced support for annotations, which allow you to add metadata and additional information to ABAP objects. Annotations can be used to describe the semantics, behavior, and usage of ABAP elements, enabling better documentation, tooling, and integration with other technologies.

  2. New Syntax for VALUE Operator: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced a simplified syntax for the VALUE operator when initializing internal tables. Instead of specifying the component names explicitly, you can use a structured value and let the ABAP runtime determine the component names automatically. For example:

abap
DATA(lt_table) = VALUE ty_table( ( 'Value1' 'Value2' ) ( 'Value3' 'Value4' ) ).

  1. Exception Classes for System Exceptions: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced a set of predefined exception classes for system exceptions. These exception classes provide a standardized way to handle common system-level errors and exceptions in ABAP programs. Some examples of system exception classes are CX_SY_ZERO_DIVIDE for division by zero and CX_SY_CONVERSION_NO_NUMBER for conversion errors.

  2. New Syntax for FIELD-SYMBOL Assignment: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced a new syntax for assigning a value to a field symbol. Instead of using the ASSIGN statement, you can now use the => operator for assignment. For example:

abap
FIELD-SYMBOLS <fs_field> TYPE any.
<fs_field> => 'Value'.
  1. Inline Declarations in LOOP Statements: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ allows you to declare loop index variables directly within LOOP statements using the LOOP AT ... INTO ... GROUP BY ... ASSIGNING construct. This eliminates the need for separate field symbols or work areas for processing grouped data. For example:
abap
LOOP AT lt_table INTO DATA(ls_data) GROUP BY (lv_group) ASSIGNING FIELD-SYMBOL(<fs_grouped>).
  WRITE <fs_grouped>.
ENDLOOP.
  1. Method Chaining: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced method chaining, which allows you to chain multiple method calls together without intermediate variables. This improves code readability and conciseness. For example:
abap
DATA(lo_object) = NEW #( )->method1( )->method2( )->method3( ).

  1. Enhancement of ABAP Dictionary: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced enhancements to the ABAP Dictionary, which is used for defining and managing database objects in ABAP. These enhancements include improved search functionality, enhanced views for database tables, and support for advanced data types such as JSON and XML.

  2. ABAP Managed Database Procedures (AMDP) Annotations: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced annotations for AMDP, allowing you to specify additional information and behavior for AMDP methods. Annotations can be used to control the execution behavior, define input/output parameters, and specify result structures for AMDP methods.

  3. Performance Optimization Techniques: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced various performance optimization techniques, such as optimized access to internal tables using the ASSIGN statement, parallel processing using PARALLEL CURSOR, and optimized string processing using the CONDENSE statement.

  4. ABAP Development Infrastructure (ADI): ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the ABAP Development Infrastructure (ADI), which provides a set of tools and services for managing and organizing ABAP development objects. ADI includes features such as transport management, version control integration, and enhanced development environment support.

  5. Built-In JSON and XML Processing: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced built-in support for JSON and XML processing. This includes functions and classes for parsing, generating, and manipulating JSON and XML data in ABAP programs, simplifying integration with external systems and services.

  6. ABAP Channels for Messaging (ACM): ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced ABAP Channels for Messaging (ACM), which enables asynchronous messaging and event-driven communication between ABAP systems. ACM provides a publish-subscribe mechanism for sending and receiving messages, allowing for loosely coupled and scalable architectures.

  1. CASE Expressions: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the CASE expression, which allows you to perform complex conditional branching and value selection in a concise and readable manner. The CASE expression supports multiple WHEN conditions and ELSE branches. For example:
abap
DATA(lv_value) = CASE lv_variable.
  WHEN 'Value1' THEN 'Result1'.
  WHEN 'Value2' THEN 'Result2'.
  ELSE 'Default'.
ENDCASE.
  1. COND Expressions: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the COND expression, which provides a shorthand notation for conditional expressions. It allows you to express conditions and their corresponding values in a compact way. For example:
abap
DATA(lv_value) = COND #( WHEN lv_condition THEN 'Result1' ELSE 'Result2' ).
  1. LET Expressions: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the LET expression, which allows you to define local variables and reuse them within an expression. It enhances code readability and reduces the need for intermediate variables. For example:
abap
DATA(lv_result) = LET lv_variable = 'Value' IN lv_variable && ' Concatenated'.
  1. NEW Operator with Constructor Parameters: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ enhanced the NEW operator, allowing you to pass constructor parameters directly when creating an object. This simplifies object creation and initialization in a single statement. For example:
abap
DATA(lo_object) = NEW #( iv_parameter ).
  1. Optional Parameters in Method Calls: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the ability to specify optional parameters in method calls using the OPTIONAL keyword. This allows you to omit certain parameters when calling methods, providing more flexibility in method invocations. For example:
abap
lo_object->method( iv_parameter OPTIONAL ).
  1. Multiple Assignments: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the ability to perform multiple assignments in a single statement using the IN operator. This allows you to assign values to multiple variables at once, reducing the number of separate assignment statements. For example:
abap
DATA(lv_var1) = lv_var2 = lv_var3 = 'Value'.
  1. Filter Expressions in LOOP Statements: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ allows you to use filter expressions directly in LOOP statements to process only specific records that match the filter condition. This eliminates the need for separate IF statements within the loop. For example:
abap
LOOP AT lt_table INTO DATA(ls_data) WHERE ( field = 'Value' ).
  WRITE ls_data-field.
ENDLOOP.
  1. REDUCE Expression: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the REDUCE expression, which allows you to perform iterative calculations and aggregations on internal tables in a concise and efficient manner. The REDUCE expression combines the functionality of LOOP and REDUCE operations into a single statement. For example:
abap
DATA(lv_sum) = REDUCE i( INIT result = 0 FOR wa IN lt_table NEXT result = result + wa-field ).
  1. LET Expressions with Inline Declarations: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ enhanced the LET expression by allowing you to define variables inline within the expression itself. This provides a more compact and readable way to define and use temporary variables. For example:
abap
DATA(lv_result) = LET lv_variable TYPE c LENGTH 5 = 'Value' IN lv_variable && ' Concatenated'.
  1. LINES OF Expression: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the LINES OF expression, which allows you to determine the number of lines in an internal table or an internal table-like structure without the need to loop through the entire table. For example:
abap
DATA(lv_count) = LINES OF lt_table.
  1. FILTER Expression: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the FILTER expression, which allows you to filter data within an internal table based on a given condition. The FILTER expression creates a new internal table containing only the filtered records. For example:
abap
DATA(lt_filtered) = FILTER lt_table BY ( field = 'Value' ).
  1. GROUP BY Expression: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ enhanced the GROUP BY expression, allowing you to group data in internal tables based on one or more fields. The GROUP BY expression creates a new internal table with grouped data. For example:
abap
DATA(lt_grouped) = GROUP BY ( field1, field2 ) IN lt_table.
  1. VALUE Constructor with Nested Structures: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ enhanced the VALUE constructor, allowing you to create nested structures within a single statement. This simplifies the initialization of complex structures. For example:
abap
DATA(lt_table) = VALUE ty_table( ( field1 = 'Value1' field2 = 'Value2' ) ( field1 = 'Value3' field2 = 'Value4' ) ).
  1. SUBSTRING Expression: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the SUBSTRING expression, which allows you to extract a substring from a string based on specified start and length values. This provides a convenient way to manipulate strings. For example:
abap
DATA(lv_substring) = SUBSTRING( lv_string FROM 3 FOR 5 ).
  1. FOR Expressions: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the FOR expression, which allows you to create and initialize internal tables with iterative values. It simplifies the process of populating internal tables with a sequence of values. For example:
abap
DATA(lt_table) = VALUE ty_table( FOR i = 1 UNTIL i > 10 ( field = i ) ).
  1. APPEND Lines of Expression: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the APPEND LINES OF expression, which allows you to append the lines of one internal table to another in a single statement. This provides a concise way to merge internal tables. For example:
abap
APPEND LINES OF lt_table1 TO lt_table2.
  1. STRING Templates: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced string templates, which allow you to embed expressions directly within string literals using the |...| syntax. It simplifies the concatenation of strings with dynamic values. For example:
abap
DATA(lv_value) = 'Value'.
DATA(lv_result) = |This is a { lv_value }|.
  1. CAST Expression: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the CAST expression, which allows you to explicitly convert values from one data type to another. It provides a way to perform type conversions when needed. For example:
abap
DATA(lv_integer) = CAST i( lv_float ).
  1. CORRESPONDING Operator: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the CORRESPONDING operator, which allows you to assign values from one structure to another based on matching field names. It simplifies the assignment of values between structures with similar field names. For example:
abap
DATA(ls_source) = VALUE ty_source( field1 = 'Value1' field2 = 'Value2' ).
DATA(ls_target) = CORRESPONDING #( ls_source ).
  1. OPTIONAL Addition in CHAIN Statement: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ enhanced the CHAIN statement by introducing the OPTIONAL addition. It allows you to specify that a method call in the chain is optional, and the chain will continue even if the method call fails. For example:
abap
lo_object->method1( )->method2( )->method3( ) OPTIONAL.
  1. READ TABLE with Key Addition: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the key addition for the READ TABLE statement, which allows you to specify a key to read a specific entry from an internal table directly. It simplifies the process of reading a single entry based on a key. For example:
abap
READ TABLE lt_table WITH KEY field = 'Value' INTO DATA(ls_data).
  1. TABLE Operator: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the TABLE operator, which allows you to convert a single value or a value range into an internal table. It provides a convenient way to convert a single value into a table for easier processing. For example:
abap
DATA(lt_table) = TABLE #( 'Value' ).
  1. UNPACK Statement: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the UNPACK statement, which allows you to unpack a packed decimal number into its individual digits. It simplifies the process of extracting and manipulating packed decimal values. For example:
abap
UNPACK lv_packed TO lv_digit1 lv_digit2 lv_digit3.
  1. CATCH INTO Addition: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ enhanced the CATCH statement by introducing the INTO addition. It allows you to catch an exception and assign it to a variable for further processing or analysis. For example:
abap
CATCH cx_exception INTO DATA(lo_exception).
  1. VALUE #( ) Operator for Deep Structures: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ enhanced the VALUE #( ) operator to support deep structures. It allows you to create and initialize deep structures in a single statement. For example:
abap
DATA(lt_table) = VALUE ty_table( ( field1 = 'Value1' substructure = VALUE #( field2 = 'Value2' ) ) ).
  1. AT Statement: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the AT statement, which allows you to specify the position or offset within a string or table for certain operations. It provides more control over the processing of data. For example:
abap
AT 3 WRITE lv_string.
AT 5+2 lv_table.
  1. TRANSLATE with TABLE Addition: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ enhanced the TRANSLATE statement by introducing the TABLE addition. It allows you to perform character translations based on a translation table. It simplifies the process of replacing characters with corresponding values from a translation table. For example:
abap
TRANSLATE lv_string WITH TABLE lt_translation.
  1. MOVE-CORRESPONDING Statement: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the MOVE-CORRESPONDING statement, which allows you to move values from one structure to another based on matching field names. It simplifies the assignment of values between structures with similar field names. For example:
abap
MOVE-CORRESPONDING ls_source TO ls_target.
  1. SHIFT Statement: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ enhanced the SHIFT statement by introducing the SHIFT BY BYTE addition. It allows you to shift characters within a string by a specified number of bytes. It provides more flexibility in shifting characters within a string. For example:
abap
SHIFT lv_string BY BYTE 2 PLACES LEFT.
  1. SKIP Statement: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the SKIP statement, which allows you to skip the execution of a specific section of code. It provides a way to bypass certain code blocks based on specified conditions. For example:
abap
IF lv_condition = abap_true.
  SKIP.
ENDIF.
  1. SORT with KEY Statement: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ enhanced the SORT statement by introducing the WITH KEY addition. It allows you to sort an internal table based on a specified key or set of keys. It simplifies the sorting of internal tables based on specific fields. For example:
abap
SORT lt_table WITH KEY field1 field2.
  1. ASSIGN Statement: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the ASSIGN statement, which allows you to dynamically assign values to or retrieve values from variables based on their names stored in strings. It provides a way to access variables dynamically at runtime. For example:
abap
ASSIGN ('lv_variable') TO <lv_variable>.
  1. NEW Operator with Constructor Expression: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ enhanced the NEW operator to support constructor expressions. It allows you to create and initialize objects using constructor expressions instead of explicitly specifying the values for each attribute. For example:
abap
DATA(lo_object) = NEW ty_class( field1 = 'Value1' field2 = 'Value2' ).
  1. MODIFY INTERNAL TABLE Statement: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the MODIFY INTERNAL TABLE statement, which allows you to modify individual fields of specific rows in an internal table. It provides a way to update specific fields without modifying the entire row. For example:
abap
MODIFY lt_table FROM wa_new FIELDS ( field1 ).
  1. VALUE Operator with Substructure Initialization: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ enhanced the VALUE operator to support substructure initialization. It allows you to create and initialize structures and substructures within a single statement. For example:
abap
DATA(lt_table) = VALUE ty_table( field1 = VALUE #( subfield1 = 'Value1' subfield2 = 'Value2' ) ).
  1. INIT Statement: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the INIT statement, which allows you to initialize internal table fields with default values. It provides a way to set default values for fields during table initialization. For example:
abap
INIT lt_table.
  1. FILTER ABAP Statement: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the FILTER ABAP statement, which allows you to filter data within an internal table using a Boolean expression. It provides a way to selectively include or exclude records based on a condition. For example:
abap
FILTER lt_table WITH ('Field' = 'Value').
  1. DATA Initialization: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced a shorthand notation for initializing variables of the DATA statement. It allows you to declare and initialize variables in a single statement. For example:
abap
DATA(lv_variable) = 'Value'.
  1. REFERENCE INTO Statement: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the REFERENCE INTO statement, which allows you to assign the reference of an object to a variable. It provides a way to access and manipulate objects indirectly. For example:
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REFERENCE INTO DATA(lr_variable) (lo_object).
  1. MOVE-CORRESPONDING-COMPONENTS Statement: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the MOVE-CORRESPONDING-COMPONENTS statement, which allows you to move values between nested structures based on matching field names. It simplifies the assignment of values between nested structures. For example:
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MOVE-CORRESPONDING-COMPONENTS ls_source TO ls_target.
  1. ASSIGN COMPONENT Statement: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the ASSIGN COMPONENT statement, which allows you to assign values to or retrieve values from individual components of a structure dynamically. It provides a way to access structure components at runtime. For example:
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ASSIGN COMPONENT 'Field' OF STRUCTURE <ls_structure> TO <lv_variable>.
  1. SELECT INTO Statement: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ enhanced the SELECT statement by introducing the INTO statement, which allows you to select specific fields from a database table and assign them directly to variables. It simplifies the process of retrieving data from database tables. For example:
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SELECT field1 field2 INTO @DATA(lv_field1) @DATA(lv_field2) FROM db_table.
  1. INDEX INTO Statement: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the INDEX INTO statement, which allows you to retrieve the index of a specified entry in an internal table into a variable. It provides a way to determine the position of an entry within an internal table. For example:
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INDEX lv_index INTO lt_table WHERE field = 'Value'.
  1. CHECK Statement with Subconditions: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ enhanced the CHECK statement by allowing the use of subconditions. It allows you to specify multiple conditions within a single CHECK statement, making the code more concise. For example:
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CHECK condition1 AND condition2 AND condition3.
  1. SET Statement for Field Symbols: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ introduced the SET statement for field symbols, which allows you to assign a value to a field symbol directly. It simplifies the process of assigning values to field symbols. For example:
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SET lv_value TO <fs_field>.
  1. GROUP BY with Aggregating Expressions: ABAP Syntax 7.40+ enhanced the GROUP BY clause by allowing the use of aggregating expressions within it. It allows you to perform calculations and aggregations directly in the GROUP BY clause. For example:
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GROUP BY ( field1, field2, SUM( field3 ) ).
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