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

SAP Term: rewrite handler

• Component: BC-CST-IC

• Component Name: Internet Communication Manager

• Description: Implemented as part of the HTTP plug-in in SAP Web Dispatcher and in . It provides the functions for performing modification actions on incoming HTTP requests.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A Rewrite Handler is a component of the SAP Internet Communication Manager (ICM) that is responsible for rewriting URLs. It is used to modify the URL of an incoming request before it is passed to the application server. This allows for more efficient routing of requests and can be used to improve performance.
  
  How to use it: 
  The Rewrite Handler can be configured in the ICM configuration file. It can be used to rewrite URLs based on a set of rules that are defined in the configuration file. These rules can be used to redirect requests to different servers or applications, or to modify the URL parameters.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When configuring the Rewrite Handler, it is important to ensure that the rules are properly defined and that they are applied in the correct order. This will ensure that requests are routed correctly and that performance is not impacted.
  
  Related Information: 
  The Rewrite Handler is part of the SAP Internet Communication Manager (ICM). It is also related to other components such as the Load Balancer and the Router. For more information about these components, please refer to the SAP documentation.