What is one-time password authentication in SAP BC-IAM-SSO - SAP Single Sign-On?

SAP Term: one-time password authentication

• Component: BC-IAM-SSO

• Component Name: SAP Single Sign-On

• Description: The one-time password solution in enables strong authentication for access to corporate resources. You can use it to authenticate with passcodes generated by the SAP Authenticator mobile application. Passcodes are time-based and valid for one login attempt, meaning they are more secure than the common static passwords.

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• Key Concepts: 
  One-time password authentication is a security feature of the BC-IAM-SSO SAP Single Sign-On component. It requires users to enter a unique, one-time password each time they log in to their account. This password is generated by the system and is only valid for a single login session.
  
  How to use it: 
  To use one-time password authentication, users must first enable the feature in their SAP Single Sign-On settings. Once enabled, users will be prompted to enter a one-time password each time they log in. This password will be generated by the system and will expire after a single login session.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  One-time passwords are an effective way to protect your account from unauthorized access. To ensure maximum security, it is recommended that users change their one-time passwords regularly. Additionally, users should never share their one-time passwords with anyone else.
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on one-time password authentication, please refer to the SAP Single Sign-On documentation. Additionally, users can find more information on other security features of the BC-IAM-SSO SAP Single Sign-On component in the official SAP help center.