What is identity federation in SAP BC-SEC - Security?

SAP Term: identity federation

• Component: BC-SEC

• Component Name: Security

• Description: The act of joining the identity data of a principal across multiple systems through the use of a common token.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Identity federation is a security component of SAP BC-SEC Security that allows users to access multiple applications with a single set of credentials. It enables users to securely authenticate and access multiple applications without having to log in multiple times. It also allows organizations to manage user access across multiple applications and systems. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Identity federation can be used to securely authenticate and access multiple applications with a single set of credentials. It can be used to manage user access across multiple applications and systems, as well as to provide single sign-on (SSO) capabilities. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using identity federation, it is important to ensure that the authentication process is secure and that the user's credentials are not compromised. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the user's access rights are properly managed across all applications and systems. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on identity federation, please refer to the SAP BC-SEC Security documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide more detailed information on identity federation and how it can be used in an organization.