Course Outline
Introduction to ABAP and the SAP Debugger
- What is ABAP and why debugging matters
- Types of errors: syntax, runtime, logical
- When and why functional consultants should debug
Accessing the ABAP Debugger
- Starting the debugger from transactions and reports
- Using /h to activate debugging
- Navigation and interface of the classic and new debuggers
Understanding ABAP Code Flow
- Reading SELECT statements and loops
- Interpreting IF, CASE, and logical structures
- Variable types and internal tables
Setting Breakpoints and Watchpoints
- Static and dynamic breakpoints
- Conditional breakpoints and stop logic
- Using watchpoints to monitor variable changes
Debugging Standard SAP Programs
- Enhancement points: user exits, BADIs, enhancement frameworks
- Understanding implicit vs. explicit enhancements
- Tracing field values and logic in standard flows
Common Debugging Scenarios for Functional Roles
- Finding causes of incorrect outputs or missing data
- Tracing custom fields and calculations
- Debugging workflow or IDoc-related issues
Working with Internal Tables and Field Values
- Inspecting internal tables
- Using filters and searching table contents during runtime
- Changing variable values at runtime (safe vs. unsafe scenarios)
Tips, Best Practices, and Developer Collaboration
- What to look for before contacting a developer
- How to document findings and collaborate effectively
- Debugging safely in production-like environments
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- An understanding of SAP functional modules (e.g., SD, MM, FI)
- Basic familiarity with SAP GUI navigation
- Interest in identifying and troubleshooting SAP system issues
Audience
- Functional consultants working in SAP environments
- Business analysts supporting SAP modules
- Professionals interfacing with ABAP developers and technical teams
Testimonials (3)
Availability in providing support.
Popescu Mihai
Course - SAP SD
Machine Translated
The trainer was very good, he knew the subject well and know how to explain to us any questions we had and that helped us a lot.
Dirman Ionut - HELLA Ghiroda
Course - SAP PM Fundamentals to Advanced
I was very impressed with the trainers preparation. As he went along he kept going back over the subjects that he had covered
