What is data archiving in SAP BC-ILM - Information Lifecycle Management?

SAP Term: data archiving

• Component: BC-ILM

• Component Name: Information Lifecycle Management

• Description: Data about completed business processes that is no longer relevant for current day-to-day activities is removed from the database using data archiving and stored in archive files outside the database. You can still access the archived data using the system. Data archiving is used to reduce the system's workload. The reduced quantity of data in the database tables shortens the program runtimes, for example, an analysis, but also the duration of administration tasks such as backing up, restoring, or performing a release upgrade. Data archiving is performed in a three-step procedure: The data is read from the database on the basis of logical selection criteria and written to an archive file. The completed archive file is then stored in the file system or on a storage system if this is set in Customizing. The archive file is read and the data marked for deletion in the datbase is deleted. Note: If desired, you can store the archive file only after the deletion.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Data archiving is a process of moving data from an active database to an archive database. This process is used to reduce the size of the active database and improve its performance. It also helps to reduce storage costs and improve data security.
  
  How to use it: 
  Data archiving can be used to move data from an active database to an archive database. This process can be done manually or automatically. The data can be archived by using the SAP Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) component. This component provides tools for archiving, managing, and retrieving archived data.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When archiving data, it is important to ensure that the archived data is secure and can be retrieved when needed. It is also important to ensure that the archived data is not corrupted or lost during the archiving process.
  
  Related Information: 
  SAP provides a number of resources for learning more about data archiving and the SAP Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) component. These resources include tutorials, blogs, and webinars. Additionally, SAP provides a number of support services for customers who need help with their data archiving processes.