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update table

Former Member — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 01:17:52 GMT

Hi ,

I am updating a one column in standard table ,is itadvisable?

thanks

Re: update table

Former Member — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 01:58:59 GMT

Hi!

How are you updating that column? - if you are using any BAPI or FM.. it would be ok... If you are updating it using manual codes in ABAP, it might be a risky move...

Is that column in standard table a Custom Column? if yes, then, it would be safe. There would be either exits to update it - you can use your own code to udpate it - if this IS a CUSTOM field.

Hope this helps.

Best Regards,

Benedict

Re: update table

venkat_o — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 02:32:27 GMT

Hi, <li>Are you updating standard table column? If you update with your own program instead std transaction, then it would be risky. <font color=red>or</font> <li>updating one column means adding custom new field to Standard table. You can append structures concept. Once you add you need to adjust database using SE14 (database utility). Thanks Venkat.O

Re: update table

Former Member — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 05:24:21 GMT

best method is to use BAPI, as it updates all related tables as well.