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FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

This document is regularly updated with common questions from the community.

Before asking general questions about TRM or the public registry, please read through this FAQ.

  • Do I need TRM? +

    TRM provides value as a versioning and packaging tool:

    • As a SAP open source developer, you can use TRM to publish your code. For the end users, installing a package becomes as simple as running a CLI command, just like in many modern development ecosystems.
    • As a SAP partner, TRM helps you modularize your developments. Each module can be treated as a library or product. Delivering these to customers is a one-command process using the CLI.

  • Is TRM an SAP product? +

    No. TRM is not endorsed, sponsored, or affiliated with SAP in any way.

  • Who owns TRM? +

    TRM is owned, funded and activly maintained by Regesta S.p.A. and Clarex S.r.l..

  • I need support, who should i contact? +

    Check out the incident section.

  • Is it safe to import open source ABAP packages into my customer system? +

    You should exercise caution:

    • Always check the package’s Git repository and source code.
    • Community feedback is a useful indicator of reliability.
    • Inspect the package content transports content.

  • I'm an SAP partner and want to publish private packages, what should I do? +

    Upgrading your plan allows you to publish private packages and have priority support.

  • Can I implement my own private registry? +

    Yes. TRM is open source, and you can implement your custom private registry.

  • How does TRM handle dependencies? +

    During publish, TRM automatically detects dependencies with other TRM packages, custom objects and standard SAP objects.

    During install, TRM ensures that: - SAP objects used exists. - Required TRM packages are installed and up to date.

    More info: Dependency recognition

  • Does TRM support cloud developments? +

    There's currently no support for cloud developments, but research has started and updates on the topic will follow.

  • Can I use TRM for CD (Continuous Deployment)? +

    Yes.

    • TRM supports automation through the CLI.
    • All publish/install commands support non-interactive execution.
    • For GitHub Actions, see the CD workflow example.

  • Does TRM support object translations? +

    Yes, object translations are fully supported.

  • Does TRM support customizing? +

    Yes, TRM supports customizing.

  • I installed a package with dependencies, and TRM generated multiple transports. How do I determine the correct release order? +

    SAP supports defining transport dependencies via CTS projects, but TRM does not currently support this.