What is base64 in SAP BC-CST-IC - Internet Communication Manager?

SAP Term: base64

• Component: BC-CST-IC

• Component Name: Internet Communication Manager

• Description: Procedure for encoding any binary data in printable characters. Base64 encoding converts every byte into a series of printable characters the set contains 64 characters. This enables any binary data, even with character-oriented protocols as is frequently the case on the Internet, to be transferred.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Base64 is an encoding scheme used to represent binary data in an ASCII string format. It is commonly used to encode binary data such as images, documents, and other files for transmission over the internet. The Base64 encoding scheme is part of the Internet Communication Manager (ICM) component of SAP. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Base64 encoding can be used to encode binary data for transmission over the internet. To do this, the data must first be converted into a Base64 encoded string. This can be done using the ICM component of SAP. Once the data has been encoded, it can then be sent over the internet using any protocol that supports Base64 encoding. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using Base64 encoding, it is important to ensure that the data is properly encoded before sending it over the internet. This can be done by using the ICM component of SAP to convert the data into a Base64 encoded string. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the receiving end is able to decode the data correctly. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The ICM component of SAP also supports other encoding schemes such as URL encoding and MIME encoding. Additionally, there are several third-party tools available that can be used to encode and decode Base64 encoded strings.