Use Generators

Question 1

Which generators can be used to simplify the creation of unit tests or repository objects for OData UI services with RAP?

Answer 1

CDS Test Class Generator

OData UI Service from Scratch Wizard

Question 2

What does the CDS Test Class Generator do?

Answer 2

It uses Joule AI capabilities to boost efficiency in generating unit test classes for ABAP CDS entities.

Question 3

What is the purpose of the OData UI Service from Scratch Wizard?

Answer 3

It allows you to create all RAP service-related repository objects from scratch, even without existing objects, and lets you enter business object requirements using the Joule chat.

Question 4

Can the OData UI Service from Scratch Wizard be started in an empty package?

Answer 4

yes

Question 5

Where do you start the CDS Test Class Generator in ABAP development tools?

Answer 5

In the Project Explorer, by selecting the CDS entity and choosing Joule → New ABAP Test Class from the context menu.

Question 6

What information do you provide in the New ABAP Test Class wizard?

Answer 6

You enter the Package, Name, and Description for the ABAP test class to be created.

Question 7

Can you edit the first-level dependencies selected for test double creation?

Answer 7

No, the automatic selection of first-level dependencies is not editable.

Question 8

How are test data and expected outputs generated for the test cases?

Answer 8

Test data and expected output data are generated using a large language model (LLM) for all relevant fields and dependencies, which are then used in assert statements.

Question 9

What is the final step after generating the test data in the CDS Test Class Generator wizard?

Answer 9

You assign a transport request and then finish the wizard to create the test class.

Question 10

What is the purpose of the OData UI Service from Scratch Wizard?

Answer 10

It allows you to create all RAP service-related repository objects from scratch, even in an empty package, without needing any existing repository objects.

Question 11

What prerequisites are required to use the OData UI Service from Scratch Wizard?

Answer 11

An existing package is required, but no existing repository objects are needed.

Question 12

In which environment is the OData UI Service from Scratch Wizard currently available?

Answer 12

It is currently only available in the SAP BTP ABAP environment.

Question 13

Which repository objects does the OData UI Service from Scratch Wizard generate?

Answer 13

SAP object node type

SAP object type

Service binding

Service definition

RAP projection behavior definition

RAP behavior definition

CDS projection view data definition

CDS view entity data definition

Metadata extension

Draft and persistent database tables

ABAP behavior pool class

Question 14

What are the service types you can select in the wizard?

Answer 14

Transactional with draft

Transactional without draft

Read-only

Question 15

What are some current limitations of the OData UI Service from Scratch Wizard?

Answer 15

Only one business object is created.

Only UUID numbering is supported (automatically generated).

No unmanaged business objects are created.

No Web APIs or analytical services supported.

No actions, determinations, or validations.

No interface layers; only base and projection layers.

No associations or cross-BO associations.

Question 16

How do you start the OData UI Service from Scratch Wizard?

Answer 16

In the Project Explorer, right-click on your project or package → Generate ABAP Repository Objects → Select ABAP RESTful Application Programming Model: OData UI Service from Scratch → Next.

Question 17

How does the wizard assist you in defining your business object requirements?

Answer 17

You can use the Joule chat to enter natural language prompts describing your business object requirements, and Joule proposes entities and fields accordingly.

Question 18

What happens after you accept the BO configuration suggested by Joule?

Answer 18

The wizard automatically fills the configuration fields for the repository objects to be generated, which you can further adjust manually if needed.

Question 19

What should you provide in the Service Configuration tab during the wizard?

Answer 19

You select the service type (read-only, with draft, without draft) and optionally a prefix or suffix (up to 3 characters) for generated artifacts.

Question 20

What is the final step to complete the wizard process?

Answer 20

Review the list of generated repository objects, assign a transport request, and choose Finish to create the artifacts.

Question 21

What is the only prerequisite to start the OData UI Service from Scratch Wizard with Joule Chat?

Answer 21

You need to have an already created package. No existing repository objects are required.

Question 22

How do you start the OData UI Service from Scratch Wizard from the Project Explorer?

Answer 22

Right-click on your package → Generate ABAP Repository Objects → Select ABAP RESTful Application Programming Model: OData UI Service from Scratch.

Question 23

What must you do if you start the wizard from the project context instead of a package?

Answer 23

You need to manually enter the package name in the Package field.

Question 24

How does Joule Chat assist during the wizard?

Answer 24

You enter a natural language prompt describing your business object requirements, e.g., “Create a Travel BO with two entities”, and Joule proposes BO entities and fields based on this.

Question 25

Can you modify the names of business object entities and fields suggested by Joule?

Answer 25

Yes, you can navigate through the wizard to rename the entities and fields before generating the objects.

Question 26

What should you decide on during the wizard after configuring the BO entities?

Answer 26

You should select the service type (read-only, with draft, without draft) and optionally set a prefix or suffix.

Question 27

What happens once you finish the wizard?

Answer 27

The wizard generates all related repository objects, which start with the namespace of the package used (e.g., /DMO/).

Question 28

Is it possible to extend the generated RAP service with additional business object entities or features?

Answer 28

Yes, (e.g., value helps, search) or behavior (e.g., actions, validations, determinations).

Question 29

What must you remember when adding new CDS view entities to the compositional structure?

Answer 29

You must also extend the behavior definition for these new BO entities; otherwise, your business service may show errors.

Question 30

What does the OData UI Service from Scratch wizard generate as a result?

Answer 30

It generates all the required repository objects for the business object (BO), automatically activates them, and exposes the RAP BO as a UI service.

Question 31

How can you preview the generated UI service?

Answer 31

By opening the service binding editor, publishing the service locally, and using the Fiori Elements App Preview.

Question 32

Can you modify the generated repository objects?

Answer 32

Yes, you can add data model options (e.g., value help, search), extend behavior with actions, validations, determinations, or other business logic.

Question 33

What kind of data model does the wizard create?

Answer 33

A business object from scratch with CDS view entities that use all fields defined in the database table, including relevant CDS annotations like @Semantics for admin fields.

Question 34

How does the wizard handle alias names in the CDS view entity?

Answer 34

Alias names for elements are generated in camel case.

Question 35

How does the wizard support BOs with multiple entities?

Answer 35

It generates syntax for compositions with cardinalities based on user input during the wizard.

Question 36

What special field is included in the CDS projection view entity for transactional data?

Answer 36

The ETag handling field for concurrency control.

Question 37

What metadata extension does the wizard create for UI scenarios?

Answer 37

A metadata extension object with basic UI-related annotations like @UI.lineItem and @UI.identification to generate a list report application.

Question 38

How can you customize the UI generated by the wizard?

Answer 38

By editing UI annotations and using the SAP Fiori Feature Showcase App for RAP.

Question 39

What kind of behavior definition does the wizard generate for the RAP BO?

Answer 39

A managed RAP BO with strict mode, including lock master, authorization master, ETag master, standard operations, and draft actions (if enabled).

Question 40

How are administrative fields handled in the generated RAP BO?

Answer 40

They are set to read-only.

Question 41

What numbering method does the RAP BO use?

Answer 41

Managed internal early numbering.

Question 42

What does the service definition and service binding expose?

Answer 42

The CDS projection view and an OData V4 UI service.

Question 43

How can you deploy the generated app to SAP Fiori launchpad?

Answer 43

By following the app deployment process to make it accessible for business users.