What is NI handle in SAP BC-CST - Client/Server Technology?

SAP Term: NI handle

• Component: BC-CST

• Component Name: Client/Server Technology

• Description: ID of the network interface NI connection. The SAP network interface provides the basis for other protocols for example, RFC.

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• Key Concepts: 
  The NI handle is a unique identifier used in the BC-CST Client/Server Technology component of SAP. It is used to identify a particular client or server in a network. The NI handle is composed of two parts: the Network Interface (NI) number and the Client/Server ID (CSID). The NI number is a unique number assigned to each client or server, while the CSID is a unique identifier assigned to each client or server. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The NI handle is used to identify a particular client or server in a network. It is used to establish communication between clients and servers, as well as to authenticate users. The NI handle can be found in the SAP system log files, which can be accessed through the SAP GUI. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When troubleshooting network issues, it can be helpful to use the NI handle to identify the source of the problem. Additionally, it can be useful to keep track of the NI handles for each client or server in order to quickly identify them in case of an issue. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The NI handle is part of the BC-CST Client/Server Technology component of SAP. For more information on this component, please refer to the official SAP documentation.