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Exam Format
180 min
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65%
Associate
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C-ABAPD-2309 Exam Topics and Domains
C-ABAPD-2309 is organized into 6 weighted domains. Expect to work with ADT, ABAP Development Tools, ABAP Dictionary, RAP Generator, and more.
1
Core ABAP Programming
35%
ABAP Data Types and Dictionary
Elementary Data TypesComplex Data TypesABAP Dictionary Objects
- Master ABAP data types and their appropriate usage
- Create and manage ABAP Dictionary objects
- Understand data type conversions and compatibility
Internal Tables
Table Types and KeysTable Operations
- Master internal table types and operations
- Optimize table access patterns
- Use modern ABAP syntax for table operations
Modularization
Methods and Function ModulesLocal and Global Classes
- Design modular ABAP programs
- Implement reusable components
- Apply best practices for code organization
Exception Management
Exception Classes
- Implement robust error handling
- Create and use custom exceptions
- Apply exception best practices
Logical Expressions
Operators and Precedence
- Write clear and efficient logical expressions
- Understand operator precedence rules
2
ABAP Core Data Services and Data Modeling
25%
CDS Views
CDS View DefinitionAnnotationsAssociations and JoinsCDS Built-in Functions
- Create and consume CDS views
- Use annotations effectively
- Implement associations and joins
- Apply CDS built-in functions
Access Controls
CDS Access Control Definition
- Implement CDS access controls
- Understand authorization concepts
- Test and debug access controls
3
ABAP RESTful Application Programming Model (RAP)
15%
RAP Architecture
Business ObjectsBehavior DefinitionBehavior Implementation
- Design RAP business objects
- Implement behavior definitions
- Create handler classes
- Understand RAP runtime
Service Binding and Consumption
Service Definition and Binding
- Create and publish RAP services
- Test services effectively
- Understand OData protocol basics
4
ABAP SQL and Code Pushdown
8%
Modern ABAP SQL
Enhanced Open SQLCode Pushdown
- Write efficient ABAP SQL
- Implement code pushdown
- Use database features effectively
5
Object-Oriented Design
8%
OO Principles
Core OO ConceptsInterfaces and Abstract ClassesDesign Patterns
- Apply OO design principles
- Implement design patterns
- Create maintainable code
6
SAP Clean Core Extensibility and ABAP Cloud
15%
Clean Core Principles
Extensibility ConceptsReleased APIs
- Understand clean core principles
- Build upgrade-stable extensions
- Use released APIs properly
ABAP Cloud Development
ABAP Cloud RestrictionsSAP BTP Integration
- Develop cloud-ready applications
- Understand ABAP Cloud restrictions
- Integrate with SAP BTP
How do I earn this certification?
Passing C-ABAPD-2309 earns the SAP Certified Associate - Back-End Developer - ABAP Cloud certification. It sits in the ABAP Development track.
Next Level Options
- Various Specialist Certifications - SAP Specialist Certifications
- Professional Level - SAP Professional Certifications After gaining experience and completing associate level
Alternative Paths
- C_S4HDEV1909 - SAP Certified Development Associate - Programming in SAP S/4HANA Focus on S/4HANA specific development
- C_CPI_15 - SAP Certified Development Associate - SAP Integration Suite Focus on integration development
- C_THR96_2405 - SAP Certified Associate - Implementation Consultant - SAP SuccessFactors Move to functional/implementation role
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2023-09-01
- Announcement date: 2025-07-01
Updates
- ABAP RESTful Application Programming Model Latest Major focus area - 11-20% of exam • Release date: 2024-10-01
- Core Data Services (CDS) ABAP Cloud Major focus area - 21-30% of exam • Release date: Continuous updates
- SAP BTP ABAP Environment 2024 Release Context for cloud development • Release date: 2024-04-01
Who should take this exam?
- Basic programming knowledge
- Understanding of database concepts
- Familiarity with object-oriented programming
- Experience with web technologies