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This document outlines the steps to create and deploy a mobile application using SAP Mobile Development Kit (MDK). It covers environment setup, project creation, OData service definition, app design, logic implementation, local testing, deployment to SAP Mobile Services, and installation on mobile devices. Each step provides detailed instructions to ensure efficient development and functionality of the app.

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SAP Tutorial

This document outlines the steps to create and deploy a mobile application using SAP Mobile Development Kit (MDK). It covers environment setup, project creation, OData service definition, app design, logic implementation, local testing, deployment to SAP Mobile Services, and installation on mobile devices. Each step provides detailed instructions to ensure efficient development and functionality of the app.

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1.

Setup Environment

 Install Required Tools:


o SAP Business Application Studio or Visual Studio Code.
o SAP Mobile Services in SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP).
 Create a Destination:
o Configure a destination in SAP BTP for the backend system (e.g., SAP OData
services).

2. Create MDK Project

 Open MDK Editor:


o Use SAP Business Application Studio or MDK Extension in Visual Studio Code.
 Generate New Project:
o Use the MDK project template to create the project structure.
o Configure app settings such as app name and namespace.

3. Define OData Service

 Connect Backend:
o Add the OData service URL to the project's data model configuration.
 Import Metadata:
o Import the service metadata to enable interaction with backend data.

4. Design the App

 Page Creation:
o Use Page Editor to create UI pages (e.g., List Page, Object Page, etc.).
 Add UI Controls:
o Drag-and-drop MDK controls (e.g., buttons, lists, input fields) onto the pages.
 Bind Data: Bind UI elements to the OData service fields.

5. Add Logic

 Rules: Write JavaScript rules for custom logic and validations.


 Actions:
o Define navigation actions, CRUD operations, and other workflows.

6. Test Locally

 Preview in MDK Client:


o Use the MDK preview feature or SAP MDK Client (mobile app) to test locally.
 Debug: Check and resolve any issues during the preview.

7. Deploy to SAP Mobile Services


 Deploy Application: Deploy the app from the editor to SAP Mobile Services.
 Register Users:
o Add or register users in SAP Mobile Services for app access.

8. Install on Mobile Device

 Download MDK Client:


o Install the SAP MDK Client app from the App Store or Google Play Store.
 Onboard the App:
o Connect the MDK Client to your SAP Mobile Services endpoint.
 Access the App: Test and use the app on the mobile device.

This process enables efficient development and deployment of a mobile application using SAP
MDK. Let me know if you need more details on any step!

Steps to Create an SAP Mobile Development Kit (MDK) App for Mobile

1. Setup Environment

 Purpose: Prepare the necessary tools and services for app development.
 How It Is Done:
1. Install Tools:
 Use SAP Business Application Studio (BAS) or Visual Studio Code (VS
Code) with the MDK extension.
 Ensure Node.js and npm are installed for dependency management.
2. Activate SAP Mobile Services:
 In SAP BTP cockpit, activate the SAP Mobile Services instance.
3. Create a Destination:
 Define a backend system destination in the BTP Cockpit for OData
services.
 Include parameters like URL, Authentication, and Proxy Type.

2. Create MDK Project

 Purpose: Generate a project structure for the app, providing a foundation for
customization.
 How It Is Done:
1. Open the MDK Editor in BAS or VS Code.
2. Choose the "New MDK Project" template.
3. Provide details such as the project name, namespace, and target platform (mobile,
web, or both).
4. The project will include default files and folders like Application.app, i18n for
translations, and Rules for logic.
3. Define OData Service

 Purpose: Connect the app to a backend data source for data retrieval and operations.
 How It Is Done:
1. In the project, add a new data source file and configure the OData service URL.
2. Use "Import Metadata" to fetch the service schema (entity sets, fields,
relationships, etc.).
3. Test the connection to ensure the app can communicate with the backend.

4. Design the App

 Purpose: Build the app's user interface (UI) and ensure it meets user requirements.
 How It Is Done:
1. Create Pages:
 Use the Page Editor to define pages like list views, detail views, or custom
forms.
2. Add UI Controls:
 Drag and drop components like buttons, input fields, and tables onto
pages.
3. Bind Data:
 Connect UI elements to OData fields to dynamically display backend data.
4. Set Navigation:
 Define navigation rules to move between pages (e.g., selecting a list item
opens its details).

5. Add Logic

 Purpose: Implement application functionality and workflows.


 How It Is Done:
1. Write Rules:
 Use JavaScript for client-side logic, such as data validation or conditional
rendering.
2. Define Actions:
 Create actions for navigation, CRUD (Create, Read, Update, Delete)
operations, and user feedback (e.g., alerts or messages).
3. Set Event Handlers:
 Link rules or actions to events like button clicks or page load.
6. Test Locally

 Purpose: Ensure the app works as intended before deployment.


 How It Is Done:
1. Open the MDK preview feature in BAS or use the SAP MDK Client app for
testing.
2. Debug errors using console logs or BAS/VS Code debug tools.
3. Verify functionality like data binding, navigation, and workflows.

7. Deploy to SAP Mobile Services

 Purpose: Make the app available for users.


 How It Is Done:
1. Deploy the project from BAS/VS Code to SAP Mobile Services using the
deployment tools.
2. In SAP Mobile Services, configure the app, including authentication settings and
backend connections.
3. Assign users or groups to the app for access control.

8. Install on Mobile Device

 Purpose: Allow end-users to access the app on their devices.


 How It Is Done:
1. Download the SAP MDK Client from the App Store or Google Play Store.
2. Onboard the app by entering the Mobile Services endpoint and login credentials.
3. Test the app to ensure all features work as expected on mobile.

By following these steps, you can efficiently create and deploy a functional SAP MDK app for
mobile devices. Each step is designed to guide you through development, from setting up the
environment to delivering a fully operational app.

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