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SAP HANA XS Advanced (XSA) is the next-generation application server and development environment embedded within SAP HANA. It enables developers to build and deploy modern, full-stack applications leveraging the in-memory capabilities of SAP HANA. Using SAP Web IDE as a development tool for XS Advanced applications simplifies the entire lifecycle—from design to deployment.
This article explores the fundamentals of implementing SAP HANA XS Advanced applications, focusing on the development workflow using SAP Web IDE, architecture components, and best practices for building scalable, cloud-ready applications.
XS Advanced is a cloud-native application platform integrated into SAP HANA, supporting multiple programming languages such as Node.js and Java. It provides microservices architecture, multi-target application (MTA) support, and a sophisticated runtime environment with capabilities like:
- Service binding and provisioning
- Authentication and authorization via XSUAA
- Multi-language support (Node.js, Java, etc.)
- Integrated DevOps capabilities
- Multi-Target Application (MTA): Package containing all modules (frontend, backend, database artifacts) described in
mta.yaml.
- Modules: Can include UI5 frontend, Node.js or Java backend, HDI containers for database objects.
- Service Bindings: Connect application modules to required services like HDI, XSUAA, or third-party APIs.
- XSUAA Service: Provides OAuth2-based authentication and role-based authorization.
- HDI Container: Manages database artifacts such as tables, views, and procedures.
- Create a new Multi-Target Application project in SAP Web IDE for SAP HANA.
- Define modules such as UI5 (frontend), Node.js (backend), and HDI container (database).
- Configure the
mta.yaml to describe module dependencies and services.
- Use HDI containers to define database artifacts in
.hdbtable, .hdbview, or .hdbprocedure files.
- Manage database objects declaratively, ensuring consistency and version control.
- Develop Node.js or Java modules for application logic.
- Use SAP HANA client libraries to connect to HDI containers.
- Implement REST APIs or OData services for frontend consumption.
- Define authentication and authorization scopes in
xs-security.json.
- Bind XSUAA service in the MTA descriptor.
- Implement role checks in backend code to enforce security.
- Build SAPUI5/Fiori apps as frontend modules.
- Connect to backend services using destinations configured in SAP BTP cockpit.
- Utilize SAP Web IDE tooling for UI5 development, preview, and debugging.
¶ 6. Build and Deployment
- Use SAP Web IDE’s MTA build tools to generate the
.mtar deployment archive.
- Deploy applications to SAP HANA XS Advanced runtime or SAP BTP Cloud Foundry environment.
- Monitor deployments via SAP HANA Cockpit or SAP BTP cockpit.
- Modular Design: Separate frontend, backend, and database layers into distinct modules for clarity and scalability.
- Use HDI Containers: Leverage HDI to manage database objects effectively and avoid schema conflicts.
- Secure Your App: Implement XSUAA security with proper scopes and roles to protect application endpoints.
- Version Control: Use Git integrated in SAP Web IDE for managing source code versions and collaboration.
- Automate Builds: Integrate with CI/CD pipelines for automated building, testing, and deployment.
- Use Environment Variables: Externalize configuration to simplify deployment across different environments.
- Integrated Tools: Code editors, database modeling, UI5 preview, and debugging in a single environment.
- Simplified MTA Management: Visual editors and validation for
mta.yaml.
- Direct Deployment: One-click deployment to XS Advanced runtime.
- Service Binding Wizards: Easy configuration of services like HDI and XSUAA.
- Collaboration Support: Git integration enables team development.
Implementing SAP HANA XS Advanced applications using SAP Web IDE streamlines the process of developing full-stack, cloud-ready applications on SAP HANA. By understanding the modular architecture, leveraging multi-target applications, and following best practices for security and deployment, developers can build scalable and maintainable enterprise applications.
SAP Web IDE acts as a powerful enabler, reducing complexity and accelerating development cycles in the SAP HANA XS Advanced ecosystem.