What is 'Remote Method Invocation' in SAP BC-MID - Middleware?

Remote Method Invocation - Overview

• Component: BC-MID

• Component Name: Middleware

• Description: The Java Remote Method Invocation RMI system allows an object running in one Java Virtual Machine JVM to invoke methods on an object runningin another JVM. RMI provides for remote communication between programs written in the Java programming language.

Remote Method Invocation - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Remote Method Invocation (RMI) is a technology used in SAP's BC-MID Middleware component to enable communication between different applications. It allows for the invocation of methods on remote objects, allowing for distributed computing. It is based on the Java Remote Method Protocol (JRMP) and is used to access services and data from remote systems. 
  
  How to use it: 
  RMI can be used to access services and data from remote systems. It is used in SAP's BC-MID Middleware component to enable communication between different applications. To use RMI, the client application must first establish a connection with the server application. Once the connection is established, the client can invoke methods on the server and receive responses from it. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using RMI, it is important to ensure that the client and server applications are compatible with each other. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the security settings are configured correctly to prevent unauthorized access to the remote system. 
  
  Related Information: 
  RMI is based on the Java Remote Method Protocol (JRMP). It is similar to other distributed computing technologies such as CORBA and DCOM. Additionally, RMI can be used in conjunction with other technologies such as web services and Enterprise JavaBeans (EJB).