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Classification of a repository object that is a prerequisite for its usability as an released API. A release contract ensures a certain stability regarding consistency and compatibility of released APIs.
There are currently the following release contracts:
- C0 contract, release, which allows enhancement fields to be added at specified extension options.
- C1 contract, use system-internally, which guarantees a stable interface for use within the AS ABAP
- C2 contract, use as remote API, which also guarantees a stable interface for use outside the AS ABAP.
- C3 contract, manage configuration content, which ensures a stable persistence for configuration content.
Objects are classified in ADT or using special transactions.