What is the primary purpose of a Maintenance View in the ABAP Dictionary?

The primary purpose of a Maintenance View in the ABAP Dictionary is to enable users to maintain and edit database records. Maintenance Views are specifically designed to provide a user-friendly interface for data entry and modification. This allows users to interact with the underlying database tables, facilitating tasks such as adding, updating, or deleting records in a straightforward manner.

Unlike report views, which focus on generating or displaying data without allowing modifications, Maintenance Views prioritize usability for record management. They often include a selection of fields from one or more database tables, presenting them in a way that simplifies data operations for end-users.

Additionally, while data models and database schemas are essential for application development and system architecture, Maintenance Views are more specifically focused on the operational aspect of handling records within the database. This makes them a vital tool for data maintenance within the SAP environment.