What is hot standby database in SAP BC-DB - Database Interface, Database Platforms?

SAP Term: hot standby database

• Component: BC-DB

• Component Name: Database Interface, Database Platforms

• Description: The physical copy of a database permanently ready to take over with minimal recovery necessary in the event of a failure.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A hot standby database is a type of database replication that allows for a secondary database to be kept in sync with the primary database. This ensures that if the primary database fails, the secondary database can be used as a backup. The hot standby database is kept up-to-date with the primary database by continuously replicating changes from the primary to the secondary. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use a hot standby database, you must first configure the primary and secondary databases. This involves setting up replication between the two databases and ensuring that all changes made to the primary are replicated to the secondary. Once this is done, you can then use the hot standby database as a backup in case of failure of the primary. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When configuring a hot standby database, it is important to ensure that all changes made to the primary are replicated to the secondary. This can be done by setting up replication between the two databases and ensuring that all changes are replicated in real-time. Additionally, it is important to regularly test the hot standby database to ensure that it is working properly and that all changes are being replicated correctly. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Hot standby databases are commonly used in SAP systems as a way of providing high availability and redundancy. Additionally, they can also be used for disaster recovery purposes, allowing for quick recovery in case of an outage or other issue with the primary database. For more information on hot standby databases and how they can be used in SAP systems, please refer to SAP's documentation on BC-DB Database Interface and Database Platforms.