SAP Interface Programming (SAP Press)

This book teaches you how to integrate third-party programs with your SAP systems while avoiding the many pitfalls that can arise from different programming languages and interface technologies. It provides a comprehensive introduction to the communication protocols that are supported by SAP: Remote Function Call (RFC), SAP Java Connector, SOAP, XML web services, and more. Also, it explains which components of the SAP NetWeaver Application Server implement them, and how these components must be configured to enable communication with external systems.

* Provides an overview of all essential interface technologies
* Shows RFC, BAPI, ALE, IDoc, SOAP, and SAP NetWeaver PI in practical use
* Includes numerous programming examples in the ABAP, C, Java, and C# languages

Basic Principles
Contains basic principles of interface programming, frequently asked questions about security, and information on different technologies.

Classic and Modern Technology
Introduces you to classic and modern SAP interfaces and protocols, enabling you to solve any problem you may encounter.

Central Technologies
Provides an excellent overview of the central interface technologies: RFC, BAPIs, ALE, IDocs, and SOAP.

Descriptive Examples
Teaches you how to apply your knowledge to real-life situations by providing numerous programmed examples in ABAP, Java, C, and C#.

* KeyStores
* User Management Engine
* Remote Function Call with ABAP, C, Java
* Business objects
* C RFC Library
* SOAP
* Web services and clients