What is direct access in SAP BC-ILM - Information Lifecycle Management?

SAP Term: direct access

• Component: BC-ILM

• Component Name: Information Lifecycle Management

• Description: A method for accessing reading archived data. This makes it possible to access individual data objects within the archive file. The file pointer is positioned at the beginning of the data object in the archive file. Only the selected data object, e.g. a specific invoice, is read. This method requires an index, which can be generated using the archive information system AS.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Direct access is a feature of SAP's Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) component that allows users to access data stored in an SAP system without having to go through the system's application layer. This feature enables users to access data directly from the database, bypassing the application layer and its associated overhead. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Direct access can be used in a variety of ways. For example, it can be used to quickly retrieve data from an SAP system without having to go through the application layer. It can also be used to quickly update data in an SAP system without having to go through the application layer. Additionally, direct access can be used to create custom reports or queries that are not available through the application layer. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using direct access, it is important to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions and privileges to access the data they are attempting to retrieve or update. Additionally, it is important to ensure that any custom reports or queries created using direct access are properly tested and validated before being used in production. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on direct access and how it can be used with SAP's Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) component, please refer to SAP's official documentation on the topic. Additionally, there are a number of online resources available that provide additional information and tips on using direct access with ILM.