ABAP & HR ABAB
ABAP (Advanced Business Application Programming) is a high-level programming language created by SAP for developing business applications in the SAP environment. HR ABAP, on the other hand, specifically focuses on developing applications related to Human Resources (HR) within SAP ERP systems.
An outline of both is provided below:
ABAP: - Purpose: Used primarily for developing SAP business applications.
Features include:
- connects to databases and SAP modules.
- Both object-oriented and procedural programming are supported.
- made to function with the kind of large-scale data processing used in business settings.
- contains sizable frameworks and libraries for features unique to SAP.
HR ABAP: - Focus: Designed specifically for SAP HR-related applications
Applications:
- generating unique reports for the examination of HR data.
- improving the features of SAP HR standard software.
- creating interfaces for the integration or movement of HR data.
- personalizing employee self-service apps, workflows, and HR forms.
- putting in place business rules and validations unique to HR.
ABAP: - Proficiency in ABAP syntax, data types, and SAP-specific APIs.
HR ABAP: - Understanding of SAP HR module data structures (like personnel administration, payroll, time management & organizational management) and HR-specific business processes.