What is CPI-C session in SAP BC-CST-GW - Gateway/CPIC?

SAP Term: CPI-C session

• Component: BC-CST-GW

• Component Name: Gateway/CPIC

• Description: Connection between programs that pass through the SAP gateway and use the CPI-C protocol for example, every RFC connection.

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• Key Concepts: 
  CPI-C (Common Programming Interface for Communications) is a communication protocol used by SAP systems to communicate with external systems. It is based on the ISO/OSI (Open Systems Interconnection) model and provides a standard interface for communication between SAP systems and external systems. A CPI-C session is a connection established between two systems using the CPI-C protocol. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to establish a CPI-C session, the two systems must first agree on the communication parameters such as the type of protocol, the port number, and the user ID. Once these parameters are agreed upon, the two systems can then establish a CPI-C session. The session will remain active until one of the systems terminates it. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When establishing a CPI-C session, it is important to ensure that both systems are using compatible versions of the CPI-C protocol. Additionally, it is important to ensure that both systems have sufficient resources available to handle the communication traffic. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The BC-CST-GW Gateway/CPIC component of SAP provides an interface for establishing and managing CPI-C sessions. It also provides tools for monitoring and troubleshooting CPI-C sessions. Additionally, it provides tools for configuring and managing external systems that use the CPI-C protocol.