What is 'Base Distinguished Name' in SAP BC-SEC - Security?

Base Distinguished Name - Overview

• Component: BC-SEC

• Component Name: Security

• Description: The location on the directory server where the directory access service entries. &EXAMPLE& Our example directory tree has the format: C=DE | O=SAP-AG / \ OU=BASIS OU=HR / \ CN=Miller CN=Smith To search the entire tree branch, specify the the base DN as "O=SAP-AG, C=DE". To search only the "BASIS" tree branch, specify the base DN as "OU=BASIS, O=SAP-AG, C=DE".

Base Distinguished Name - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Base Distinguished Name (BDN) is a term used in SAP BC-SEC Security. It is a unique identifier for an object in the SAP system, such as a user or a role. It is composed of the object's name and the name of the domain in which it resides. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The BDN is used to identify objects in the SAP system and to grant access rights to them. It is also used to authenticate users and to control access to certain areas of the system. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a new user or role, make sure to use a unique BDN so that it can be easily identified and accessed. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The BDN is related to other security concepts such as authorization objects, roles, and profiles. It is also related to authentication methods such as Kerberos and X.509 certificates.