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

SAP Term: Distinguished Name

• Component: BC-SEC

• Component Name: Security

• Description: A hierarchical identifier for an object as specified by the X.500 format. The Distinguished Name DN is built by adding the object's identifier to the Distinguished Name from its predecessor. The X.500 format describes an object in a hierarchical tree.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Distinguished Name (DN) is a term used in SAP BC-SEC Security to refer to a unique identifier for an object or user. It is composed of a series of components, such as the user's name, organization, and country. DNs are used to identify users and objects in the system and are used for authentication and authorization purposes.
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use DNs, users must first create a DN for each object or user they wish to identify. This can be done by entering the relevant information into the appropriate fields in the SAP BC-SEC Security system. Once the DN has been created, it can be used to authenticate and authorize users and objects in the system.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a DN, it is important to ensure that all of the information entered is accurate and up-to-date. This will ensure that the DN is unique and can be used for authentication and authorization purposes. Additionally, it is important to keep track of all DNs created in order to ensure that they are not duplicated or misused.
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on Distinguished Names and how they are used in SAP BC-SEC Security, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide further information on this topic.