What is repository type in SAP BC-IAM-IDM - Identity Management?

SAP Term: repository type

• Component: BC-IAM-IDM

• Component Name: Identity Management

• Description: A repository type defines common parameters for one type of repository. For example, ASJavaLDAP, ABAPLoadBalancedConnection.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A repository type is a type of data storage used in SAP Identity Management (BC-IAM-IDM). It is used to store user data, such as user profiles, roles, and access rights. Repository types can be either local or remote, and can be either a database or an LDAP directory. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use a repository type in SAP Identity Management, you must first create a repository. This can be done by navigating to the “Repositories” tab in the Identity Management console. From there, you can select the type of repository you want to create and configure it accordingly. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a repository type, it is important to consider the size of the data that will be stored in it. If the data is large, then it may be beneficial to use a remote repository type such as an LDAP directory. This will allow for faster access times and better scalability. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on repository types in SAP Identity Management, please refer to the official SAP documentation here: https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_IDENTITY_MANAGEMENT/8.0/en-US