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ABAP Keyword Documentation → ABAP Glossary →Reference Semantics
Reference semantics means that the reference itself is used when accessing a deep data object. In ABAP, reference semantics apply to the assignment of reference variables but not when accessing dynamic data objects or field symbols. Also refer to Value Semantics.