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

SAP Term: data compression

• Component: BC-ILM

• Component Name: Information Lifecycle Management

• Description: The write program stores the archived data in compressed form in an archive file. It is possible to compress data by up to a factor of 5. If the data is stored in cluster tables, compression is not possible.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Data compression is a process of reducing the size of a data file or stream by encoding information using fewer bits. It is used to reduce the amount of storage space needed for a file, as well as to reduce the amount of time needed to transmit the file over a network. In SAP, data compression is used in the BC-ILM Information Lifecycle Management component to reduce the size of data files stored in the system.
  
  How to use it: 
  Data compression can be used in SAP by enabling it in the BC-ILM Information Lifecycle Management component. This can be done by navigating to the “Data Compression” tab in the BC-ILM settings and selecting “Enable Data Compression”. Once enabled, data files stored in SAP will be compressed automatically.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using data compression in SAP, it is important to note that some types of files may not compress as well as others. For example, text files tend to compress better than image files. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the system has enough storage space available for compressed files before enabling data compression.
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on data compression in SAP, please refer to the official SAP documentation on BC-ILM Information Lifecycle Management. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide more detailed information on data compression and how it can be used in SAP.