What is 'authentication file' in SAP BC-CST-IC - Internet Communication Manager?

authentication file - Overview

• Component: BC-CST-IC

• Component Name: Internet Communication Manager

• Description: File in which authorizations for using the Web administration interface for the ICM or Web dispatcher are saved.

authentication file - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Authentication file is a file used by the Internet Communication Manager (ICM) component of SAP to authenticate users. It contains information about the user's identity, such as their username and password, as well as other data such as the user's IP address and the type of authentication used. The authentication file is used to ensure that only authorized users can access the system.
  
  How to use it: 
  The authentication file is used by the ICM component of SAP to authenticate users. When a user attempts to access the system, the ICM will check the authentication file to verify that the user is authorized to access the system. If the user is authorized, they will be granted access. If not, they will be denied access.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to keep your authentication file secure and up-to-date. Make sure that you regularly update your authentication file with any changes in user information or authentication methods. Additionally, make sure that you use strong passwords and other security measures to protect your authentication file from unauthorized access.
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on authentication files and how to use them, please refer to SAP's documentation on ICM Authentication Files (https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_BASIS/7.50/en-US/f8d9f3a2b6c14e8a9f3d7c2b5f9e4d1a.html).