What is side information in SAP BC-CST-GW - Gateway/CPIC?

SAP Term: side information

• Component: BC-CST-GW

• Component Name: Gateway/CPIC

• Description: Parameter values for initializing the communication to a partner program. An application program should not contain communication-specific parameters, so the parameter values are stored as side information in one or more external configuration files. Side info tables contain several parameters: Symbolic name of the destination system DEST = destination Connection parameters: Name of the Logical Unit LU of the partner Name of the transaction program to be called TP spezific parameters depending on the constellation and system platform

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• Key Concepts: 
  Side information is a term used in SAP Gateway/CPIC (BC-CST-GW) to refer to additional data that is sent along with a request. This data can include information such as the user's identity, the application that is making the request, and other parameters that are needed to process the request. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Side information is used in SAP Gateway/CPIC (BC-CST-GW) to provide additional context for a request. This data can be used to authenticate the user, determine which application is making the request, and provide other parameters that are needed to process the request. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When sending side information with a request, it is important to ensure that all of the necessary data is included. This will help ensure that the request is processed correctly and efficiently. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on side information and how it is used in SAP Gateway/CPIC (BC-CST-GW), please refer to the official SAP documentation.