update table

[Former Member]

Hi ,

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

thanks

[Former Member]

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

[venkat_o]

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

[Former Member]

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