If objects used in several clients then called “Client Independent” but if objects used a specific client then called “Client Dependent”.
To identify if a table is client dependent or independent we can use the transaction codes SE11 or SE12, if table has MANDT field then present table is “Client Dependent”
Client Dependent (Client Specific);
These objects are only exist in the specific client.
Example ;
- Application Data
- User Master Data
- Customizing
Client Independent (Cross Client);
These objects can be accesed from any clients in SAP system
Example ;
- Repository (Abap , Tables , Screens , Function Modules…”