What is 'Punycode' in SAP BC-I18 - Internationalization (I18N)?

Punycode - Overview

• Component: BC-I18

• Component Name: Internationalization (I18N)

• Description: A transfer encoding syntax designed for use with Internationalized Domain Names in Applications IDNA. It uniquely and reversibly transforms a Unicode string into an ASCI string. ASCII characters in the Unicode string are represented literally, and non-ASCII characters are represented by ASCII characters that are allowed in host name labels letters, digits, and hyphens. SAP uses Punycode for SAPconnect.

Punycode - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Punycode is an encoding system used to represent Unicode characters in the ASCII character set. It is used to convert internationalized domain names (IDNs) into a format that can be used in the Domain Name System (DNS). Punycode is a part of the BC-I18 Internationalization (I18N) component of SAP. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Punycode is used to convert Unicode characters into ASCII characters. This allows for internationalized domain names (IDNs) to be used in the Domain Name System (DNS). Punycode is used by SAP's BC-I18 Internationalization (I18N) component. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using Punycode, it is important to remember that it is only used for domain names and not for other types of text. Additionally, Punycode should only be used when necessary, as it can cause confusion for users who are not familiar with the encoding system. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on Punycode and its use in SAP, please refer to the BC-I18 Internationalization (I18N) documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide more detailed information on Punycode and its use in various applications.