ABAP CDS Made Easy

Unlock the Power of CDS: Core Data Services for SAP ERP

This comprehensive course dives deep into CDS (Core Data Services), the leading code pushdown technique in the SAP ERP landscape. Designed for developers of all levels, from novice to advanced, this course provides a thorough understanding of CDS, starting from the fundamentals and progressing to advanced concepts.

Prerequisites: Familiarity with ABAP is beneficial but not mandatory.

What You'll Learn:

• Understanding CDS Fundamentals:
  • What is CDS and why is it revolutionizing SAP development?
  • The VDM (Virtual Data Model): Explore the core of CDS with detailed real-time scenarios.
  • CDS Performance: Learn techniques and best practices to optimize CDS performance with practical examples.
• CDS vs. Other Technologies:
  • CDS vs. SQL Views: Understand the key differences and benefits of using CDS over traditional SQL views.
  • CDS vs. AMDP & Information Model: Discover why CDS is the preferred code pushdown technique compared to alternatives.
  • CDS vs. OPEN SQL: Compare and contrast CDS with OPEN SQL for data access.
• Advanced CDS Concepts:
  • Annotations: Master the use of annotations, including mandatory annotations, and unlock their power for data definition and metadata management.
  • Parameterized CDS: Build flexible and reusable CDS views with parameters.
  • Associations: A powerful concept for relating data.
    • Different types of Associations and their applications.
    • Understanding Cardinality in Associations.
    • Adhoc vs. Exposed Associations: Learn when to use each type.
    • Association vs. Join: Distinguish between Associations and traditional database joins.
    • Path Expression: Utilize path expressions for complex data retrieval.
  • Table Functions: Explore the use and limitations of table functions within CDS.
  • Transient Provider: Understand and implement transient providers for dynamic data access.
• Consuming and Utilizing CDS:
  • How to consume CDS views in SAP Reports.
  • CDS and OData: Integrate CDS with OData services for seamless data exchange.
  • S/4HANA Embedded Analytics: Leverage CDS for powerful analytics within S/4HANA.
• Limitations and Best Practices:
  • Understanding the limitations of CDS.
  • Key considerations for maintaining CDS performance.

This course equips you with the knowledge and skills to leverage CDS for building modern, efficient, and maintainable SAP applications. Become proficient in this essential technology and unlock the full potential of your SAP ERP environment.