Episode 103: Exploring SAP BTP, ABAP environment

  In this episode, Niklas Siemer is joined by Frank Jentsch, the project lead for the SAP ABAP environment, to provide an in-depth look at the platform. The discussion explores ABAP’s history, evolution, and role in the SAP ecosystem, with Frank explaining the “clean core” strategy and how the ABAP environment supports side-by-side development. He highlights key personas, available tools, and integration with BTP services, along with typical customer use cases and the premium engagement model. Looking ahead, Frank previews innovations like zero downtime management, installable products, and automatic scaling. He also shares resources for listeners to further explore and upskill on ABAP. Also in this episode:   ABAP is a fundamental part of the SAP ecosystem, with around 80% of business transactions worldwide running on ABAP-based systems. The “Steampunk” initiative aims to bring ABAP development to the cloud, enabling customers to build side-by-side extensions on the SAP BTP platform. The ABAP environment provides a comprehensive set of tools and frameworks for developers, including the ABAP development tools in Eclipse, Fiori tools, and the ABAP application programming model. The ABAP environment integrates with various BTP services, such as the identity service, destination service, and application logging, to provide a seamless cloud-native experience. Customers can use the ABAP environment for side-by-side extensions to decouple their custom code from the core SAP applications, while partners can build multi-tenant SaaS applications. Upcoming innovations in the ABAP environment include zero downtime management, installable products, and automatic scaling capabilities to improve the cloud experience. SAP offers a premium engagement model, including common sessions and monthly roundtables, to support customers and partners in their journey with the ABAP environment. Subscribe to the SAP BTP TALK Podcast:  Apple Podcasts  Spotify  YouTube  Website  Connect With The SAP BTP TALK Podcast  Facebook  LinkedIn  Monthly SAP Business Technology Platform Newsletter About Frank Jentsch: Frank Jentsch is leading the product SAP BTP ABAP environment and is based in Walldorf. Frank has 25 years experiences in ABAP-related development of applications and technology components.  Follow on: LinkedIn Links of “What’s New” section: SAP BTP, ABAP environment: improved infrastructure, new UI services, and more Streamline integration of large language models with the first wave of generative AI capabilities Microsoft 365 adapter – OneNote Analytic model: stacking of analytic models and other improvements Customer Story: Eneco: Using cloud-based integration to support green, innovative energy and services More about SAP BTP, ABAP Environment: Product Documentation for SAP BTP, ABAP Environment Video: The ABAP Story SAP BTP, ABAP Environment in SAP Discovery Center SAP BTP, ABAP Environment in Release Navigator for SAP BTP SAP TechEd Virtual: All sessions Hosted by Niklas Siemer – Product Specialist SAP Business Technology Platform, SAP SE Social Media: Follow on: LinkedIn