What is extractor in SAP BC-BW - BW Service API?

SAP Term: extractor

• Component: BC-BW

• Component Name: BW Service API

• Description: Program used to fill the extraction structure of a DataSource with data from datasets in the SAP source system.

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• Key Concepts: 
  An extractor is a component of the SAP Business Warehouse (BW) Service API. It is used to extract data from an SAP system and transfer it to a BW system. The extractor can be used to transfer data from any source system, such as an SAP ERP system, to a BW system. The extractor can also be used to transfer data from a BW system to another system, such as an SAP HANA system. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The extractor is used to transfer data from one system to another. To use the extractor, you must first define the source and target systems. Then, you must define the data that needs to be extracted and transferred. Finally, you must configure the extractor to transfer the data from the source system to the target system. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the extractor, it is important to ensure that the data being transferred is accurate and up-to-date. To do this, you should regularly check the source and target systems for any changes in the data. Additionally, you should ensure that all of the necessary fields are included in the extraction process. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The extractor is part of the BW Service API, which provides a set of tools for transferring data between different systems. Other components of the BW Service API include Data Transfer Processes (DTPs), DataSources, and InfoProviders. Additionally, there are other tools available for transferring data between systems, such as SAP Data Services and SAP Landscape Transformation (SLT).