Business Application Programming Interface (BAPI)

A Business Application Programming Interface (BAPI) is a standardized way for different software systems, especially within an enterprise, to communicate and exchange data seamlessly. Think of it as a set of rules or tools that allows one application (like a company's inventory system) to interact with another (like the sales platform), ensuring accurate and efficient data transfer. BAPIs are commonly used in SAP systems to enable integration with other business applications, helping organizations automate processes, improve data consistency, and respond quickly to business needs without manual intervention.