This book helps newcomers to ABAP gain an instant sense of achievement, while hurtling up the learning curve towards the development their own source code. The author's practical "on the job" approach ensures that you'll quickly familiarize yourself with all of the most important aspects of ABAP programming. Using straightforward examples, you'll begin learning how to build your own programming solutions starting right on the first page. From the single-line ABAP report to modularized flow control and complex data transfer structure, step-by-step instructions with volumes of commented code samples and screenshots serve to ensure your rapid progress in the world of ABAP programming. Getting started with ABAP Learn everything you'll need to get started: Architecture of the SAP system, development tools, and structure of ABAP reports Your first ABAP report Create your first report, maintain its properties, create its source code, and execute it Follow along with an extended real-life example Starting on the first page, a simple, ongoing example guides you through the book as you create database tables and lists, calculate with numbers, and find program errors with the ABAP Debugger Take your skills to the next level Make case distinctions, implement control structures and branches, and learn about logical expressions, selection screens, and the modularization of programs Learn ABAP the easy way Benefit from concise learning units, helpful tips and tricks, numerous screenshots, and comprehensive sample code Highlights Include: * Data Dictionary and ABAP Editor * Fields and Calculations * Calculating with Date and Time, Quantities, and Currencies * Transparent Database Tables, Internal Tables * Flow Control and Logical Expressions * Selection Screens

Whether you're a decision-maker, consultant, or administrator considering implementing SAP ERP HCM (SAP HR) - or even if you're entirely new to SAP - this insightful, detailed guide will give you a complete overview of what SAP ERP HCM is all about. You'll learn about the core functionality, how it works, and how it will benefit your company. Everything from recruitment through benefits management and payroll is explained using real-world examples and case studies. 1. Discover what SAP ERP HCM is all aboutFind concise topic overviews, defi nitions of important terminology, and useful tips to help youbuild a solid understanding of key functionality. 2. Gain detailed knowledgeLearn how SAP ERP HCM can work in your business by reading the in-depth discussions of theapplications and tools offered. 3. Find out how it all worksExplore how the functionality of HCM works, and how it can help you manage your HR processes. 4. Learn from real-world scenariosSee how SAP ERP HCM works, using a variety of practical examples and case studies. Highlights: Recruitment Talent Management Employee Administration Organizational Management Learning Management Global Employee Management Time and Attendance HCM Processes and Forms

ABAP to the Future is back, and better than ever! Looking for the latest in ABAP syntax? The code examples are fully rewritten. Need to start working in the cloud with the ABAP RESTful application programming model? We've got you covered. Got a new IDE like SAP Business Application Studio? We'll show you the ins and outs of your environment. From abapGit and ABAP2XLSX to SAPUI5 and Web Dynpro ABAP, this new edition has everything you need to be on the cutting edge!

See how SAP HANA has changed ABAP Whether you're studying for certification or just want to see what's new, you can learn to design simple and advanced SAP HANA applications with ABAP by using this comprehensive guide. Learn to enable code pushdown, use new Open SQL enhancements and CDS views, and integrate native SAP HANA objects. Use detailed programming examples to develop database procedures and optimize your applications. You'll be programming for SAP HANA in no time Basic Principles Explore essential SAP HANA principles like in-memory technology and architecture, the SAP Web IDE, and AS ABAP database programming. Advanced Techniques Learn to use tools like InfoProviders, EasyQuery Interface, and the Application Function Modeler for SAP HANA. Discover how to integrate geographical data from SAP HANA in ABAP programs. Optimizing Existing Applications Get step-by-step instructions to help you optimize existing ABAP applications, and learn how to speed up applications with SAP HANA. Highlights: Code pushdown SAP Web IDE Eclipse CDS views SQLScript Native SAP HANA object integration Open SQL enhancements Geo-information Text searches Error analysis

You know that business financials are an essential part of every business, large or small, but do you how SAP ERP Financials can make it easier? From basic accounting and complex financial audits to reporting, SAP ERP Financials offers vast, diverse and customizable solutions. This title offers a very detailed, reader-friendly reference that will give you an in-depth overview of the key components of SAP ERP Financials. Perfect for new users, decision-makers, and power users, with this title you will learn how to improve your efficiency in key financial areas, including profitability analysis, financial supply chain management, cost-accounting, and more. Updated for SAP ERP 6.0, EhP 5 and 6 with an expanded focus on real world scenarios.

Its a fact: companies that lose their customers undivided attention and sight of their customers needs will lose those customers. SAP CRM provides you with the tools you need to attract and retain quality customers. Whether youre new to SAP or need to brush up on SAP CRM, this book will explain the core areas of CRM in an easy-to-understand manner. Youll understand what SAP CRM is, how it can improve your relationship with your customers, and how it can enhance cost effectiveness while improving profitability. Supported by customer case studies and practical insight, youll see the benefits that SAP CRM offers in the real world.

Step into ABAP with this beginner's guide. First understand ABAP syntax and find out how to add data and logic to your applications. Then delve into backend programming: learn to work with the ABAP data dictionary, create database objects, and process and store data. Round out your skill set by practicing error handling, modularization, string manipulation, and more. With guided examples, step-by-step instructions, and detailed code you'll become an ABAP developer in no time Highlights: Procedural programming Object-oriented programming Flow control Arithmetic operations Data dictionary Defining variables and constants Creating tables Database read/write Modularization Debugging SAP List Viewer (ALV)

You've worked with ABAP, SAP Fiori, and OData--now see how these technologies and more come together in the ABAP RESTful programming model! Build on your expertise to create cloud-ready applications for SAP S/4HANA and deploy applications to the SAP Fiori launchpad. Manage applications with Git version control, automated testing, and continuous integration. Make the new model work for you! 1) ABAP RESTful programming model 2) End-to-end development 3) SAP S/4HANA 4) SAP Fiori Elements 5) Business objects 6) Deployment 7) Core data services (CDS) 8) OData services 9) Automated testing 10) Continuous integration 11) SAP Cloud Platform a. ABAP RESTful Programming Model Develop web-based SAP HANA-optimized ABAP applications for SAP S/4HANA. Master the new ABAP RESTful programming model, from queries, business objects, and business services, to its relationship to SAP Fiori and SAP Gateway. b. SAP Fiori Elements and Freestyle Applications Get the step-by-step instructions you need to create list reports, overview pages, analytical list pages, and freestyle applications. See how the ABAP RESTful programming model incorporates core data services, business object behaviors, OData, and more. c. Deployment and Operations Once your applications are developed, deploy them to the SAP Fiori launchpad. Implement Git version control, automated backend and frontend testing, and continuous integration.

Business financials are an essential part of every business, large or small. Whether you just need basic accounting or you perform complex financial audits and reporting, your business needs a software tool that meets your needs. Discover SAP Financials explains how SAP can provide this solution. Using an easy-to-follow style filled with real-world examples, case studies, and practical tips and pointers, the book teaches the fundamental capabilities and uses of the core modules of SAP Financials. As part of the Discover SAP series, the book is written to help new users, decision makers considering SAP, and power users moving to the latest version learn everything they need to determine if SAP Financials is the right solution for your organization. This is the one comprehensive resource you need to get started with SAP Financials. Highlights: Teaches everything you need to know to determine if SAP Financials is the right choice for your organization Includes real-world examples, case studies, and practical tips and pointers Explains the fundamental capabilities of the cored Financials modules in SAP ERP

Take your SAP ABAP skills to the next level by mastering ABAP programming techniques with the help of real-world examples Key FeaturesBecome adept at building interfaces and explore ABAP tools and techniquesDiscover the modern functionalities available in the latest version of ABAPLearn the process of creating stunning HTML5 applications using SAPUI5Book Description Advanced Business Application Programming (ABAP) is an established and complex programming language in the IT industry. This book is designed to help you use the latest ABAP techniques and apply legacy constructions using practical examples. You'll start with a quick refresher on language and database concepts, followed by agile techniques for adding custom code to a modern ABAP system. After this, you will get up to speed with the complete ABAP toolset for importing data to and from different environments. Next, you'll learn how to print forms and work with the different ABAP tools for Extensible Markup Language (XML) manipulation. While covering further chapters, you'll gain insights into building stunning UI5 interfaces, in addition to learning how to develop simple apps using the Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF). You will also pick up the technique of handling exceptions and performing testing in ABAP. In the concluding chapters, you can look forward to grasping various techniques for optimizing the performance of programs using a variety of performance analysis tools. By the end of this book, you will have the expertise you need to confidently build maintainable programs in Systems, Applications, and Products (SAP). What you will learnCreate stable and error-free ABAP programsLeverage new ABAP concepts including object-oriented programming(OOP) and Model-View-Controller (MVC)Learn to add custom code to your existing SAP programSpeed up your ABAP programs by spotting bottlenecksUnderstand techniques such as performance tuning and optimizationDevelop modern and beautiful user interfaces (UIs) in an ABAP environmentBuild multiple classes with any nesting levelWho this book is for This book is for developers who want to learn and use ABAP skills to become an industry expert. Familiarity with object-oriented programming concepts is expected.