Version History and Compatibility

Complete version history and compatibility information for abap2xlsx.

Current Version

Latest Release: 7.16.0

Version tracking was introduced in version 7.0.1. You can check your installed version by examining the VERSION attribute in class ZCL_EXCEL or by generating a demo report and checking the Excel file properties.

Version Compatibility Matrix

abap2xlsx Version	SAP NetWeaver	Installation Method	Notes
7.16.0	7.31+	abapGit	Current release
7.15.0	7.31+	abapGit	Previous release
7.0.1+	7.02+	abapGit/SAPLink	Version tracking introduced
< 7.0.1	6.20+	SAPLink	Legacy versions

Release History

7.16.0 (Latest)

• Enhanced performance for large datasets
• Improved chart generation capabilities
• Bug fixes and stability improvements

7.15.0

• Added conditional formatting support
• Enhanced template filling functionality
• Performance optimizations

7.0.1

• Important: First version with version tracking
• Introduced VERSION attribute in ZCL_EXCEL
• Improved error handling

Installation Methods by Version

Modern Approach (7.02+)

Use abapGit for the best development experience:

• Full Git integration
• Easy updates and version management
• Better conflict resolution

Legacy Approach (< 7.02)

SAPLink nugget files are provided for older systems:

• Download from /build/ folder
• Import using ZSAPLINK transaction
• Manual version management required

Upgrade Considerations

From Legacy Versions (< 7.0.1)

• No automatic version detection available
• Manual verification of functionality required
• Consider full regression testing

Between Modern Versions (7.0.1+)

• Version information preserved in Excel files
• Backward compatibility maintained
• Incremental testing sufficient

System Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• SAP NetWeaver 7.31 (recommended)
• May work on older versions with limitations

Required SAP Notes

For optimal functionality, implement these SAP notes:

• Note 1151257: Converting document content
• Note 1151258: Error when sending Excel attachments
• Note 1385713: SUBMIT parameter of type STRING

Checking Compatibility

Version Detection

" Check installed version
DATA(lv_version) = zcl_excel=>version.
IF lv_version IS INITIAL.
  WRITE: / 'Version < 7.0.1 (no version tracking)'.
ELSE.
  WRITE: / 'Version:', lv_version.
ENDIF.

Functionality Testing

Run ZDEMO_EXCEL_CHECKER to verify all features work correctly in your environment.