What is restore in SAP BC-DB - Database Interface, Database Platforms?

SAP Term: restore

• Component: BC-DB

• Component Name: Database Interface, Database Platforms

• Description: Process of copying backed-up database data back into the database after a failure in which data is lost or damaged. A restore is carried out during database recovery. The data used in a restore has been previously backed up during routine backups of the database. This data is generally of two sorts, data copied directly from the database and data copied from the transaction logs. This is a general description that may not apply to all database management systems DBMSs.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Restore is a process of recovering data from a backup copy. It is used to restore the database to a previous state in case of data loss or corruption. It is also used to move data from one system to another. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Restore can be done using the SAP Database Studio, which is a graphical user interface for managing databases. The user can select the backup file and then select the restore option. The user can also specify the target database and the restore options. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to ensure that the backup file is up-to-date and complete before restoring it. It is also important to ensure that the target database is compatible with the source database before restoring it. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The SAP Database Studio also provides other features such as backup, restore, and monitoring of databases. It also provides tools for managing users, roles, and privileges.