SAP ABAP (Advanced Business Application Programming) is a high-level programming language created by SAP for building applications within the SAP environment. It enables customization, allowing companies to tailor SAP ERP functionalities to meet their specific business needs. ABAP is particularly valuable for creating custom reports, forms, and interfaces, facilitating smoother operations and improved decision-making within SAP systems.

ABAP integrates seamlessly with various SAP modules like Finance (FI), Sales and Distribution (SD), and Materials Management (MM), enabling comprehensive data processing and workflow automation. It’s widely used for tasks like data migration, automated workflows, and enhancing SAP’s core capabilities, making it an essential skill for SAP consultants and developers.