Workbench Testing Tools
Workbench testing tools are used to test, check and verify the codes entered in the SAP system by users. The important testing tools are used in Workbench are as follows-
- ABAP Debugger
- ABAP Runtime Analysis
- Performance Analysis
1. ABAP Debugger: – ABAP debugger executes the programs section by section, line by line, and processes the programs step by step. The debugger allows users to check the processing logic of the ABAP program and also users can check the outcome of statements in the programs.
ABAP debugger can start by using one of the following methods.
- Creating break points and then running the Advance Business Application Program (ABAP).
- ABAP program can be run directly in debugging mode.
ABAP Debugger Functions: – The important functions of the debugger are as follows.
- It executes all the steps.
- It displays internal table contents.
- It processes the programming debugging up to the end of the program or the next breakpoint.
- It execute the program line by line code.
2. ABAP Run Time Analysis
It is a tool used for optimizing the programs. ABAP Run time analysis is used to trace the performance of the program and how long it takes to process ABAP code.
How to start run-time analysis SAP screen: – In SAP run-time analysis screen can be open by using one of the following method
- By using transaction code “SE30“
- SAP Menu Path: – SAP Menu > Tools > ABAP Workbench > Test > Runtime analysis.
3. Performance Analysis
Performance analysis is used to check the system’s performance while accessing the database, performing locking activities, and remotely calling reports and transactions. It is also used to track files which keeps the database access, calling reports, and transactions.
Performance analysis SAP screen can be started by using one of the following methods.
- Transaction code: – SAP Menu >> Tools >> ABAP Workbench >> Test >> SQL Trace
- SAP Menu Path: – ST05
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