What is Software Component Archive in SAP BC-CTS - Change & Transport System?

SAP Term: Software Component Archive

• Component: BC-CTS

• Component Name: Change & Transport System

• Description: Physical representation of a version of a software component. It contains a specific number of Software Deployment Archives, whose quantity describes a precisely-defined version level. A SCA update always results in a new version level of the software component.

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• Key Concepts: 
  The Software Component Archive (SCA) is a part of the BC-CTS Change & Transport System (CTS) in SAP. It is a repository of software components that are used to develop and maintain SAP systems. The SCA stores the components in a compressed format, which makes them easier to transport and deploy. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The SCA is used to store and manage software components for SAP systems. It can be used to deploy components from one system to another, or to store components for future use. The SCA also provides a way to track changes made to the components, so that they can be reverted if necessary. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the SCA, it is important to keep track of the versions of the components that are stored in the archive. This will help ensure that the correct version of the component is deployed when needed. It is also important to back up the SCA regularly, as it contains important information about the system. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The SCA is closely related to other parts of the CTS, such as the Transport Management System (TMS). The TMS is used to manage and deploy software components from one system to another, while the SCA stores and manages them. Together, these two parts of CTS provide a powerful way to manage and deploy software components in SAP systems.