Transparent Table vs Pool Table in SAP ABAP

Transparent Table:

• A transparent table in SAP ABAP directly corresponds to a database table with the same structure.
• Data in transparent tables is stored in database tables and can be accessed using standard SQL commands.
• Transparent tables are always mapped to a single database table and are more suitable for storing master data.

Pool Table:

• A pool table in SAP ABAP is a type of table that is used to store control data or configuration settings.
• Data in pool tables is stored in a common data area in the SAP system rather than in individual database tables.
• Pool tables are shared among multiple programs and are useful for global settings that need to be accessed by various applications.

Overall, the main difference between transparent and pool tables in SAP ABAP is how data is stored and accessed, with transparent tables being directly linked to database tables and pool tables storing data in a common area within the SAP system.