Modifying the Standard
You should only modify the standard SAP software if your requirements cannot be fulfilled by means of Customizing, personalization, by exits, or Business Add-Ins provided in the system. Before making modifications to the standard software, see the relevant section of the documentation of the Modification Assistant.

For more
information about modifying SAP tables, see
Making Changes to
Tables. You can also create append structures for tables and structures
with the Modification Assistant (see Modifying Tables and
Structures).
The SAP Software Change Registration (SSCR) Procedure is used for registering all modifications to SAP source code and SAP Dictionary objects.
You should also consult the sections General Development Organization and Notes on Modifying the Standard before modifying the standard system.