What is data replication in SAP BC-SYB-REP - SAP Replication Server?

SAP Term: data replication

• Component: BC-SYB-REP

• Component Name: SAP Replication Server

• Description: The process of copying primary data to remote locations and synchronizing the copied data with the primary data. Data replication is different from data distribution. Replicated data is a stored copy of data at one or more remote sites throughout a system, and it is not necessarily distributed data.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Data replication is a process of copying data from one database to another. It is used to ensure that data is consistent across multiple databases and can be used for backup, synchronization, and other purposes. In SAP Replication Server, data replication is used to replicate data between different databases, such as Oracle, SQL Server, and Sybase. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Data replication in SAP Replication Server is done using the Replication Server Administration (RSA) tool. This tool allows users to configure the replication process, set up replication tasks, and monitor the progress of the replication process. The RSA tool also provides a graphical user interface (GUI) for managing the replication process. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up data replication in SAP Replication Server, it is important to ensure that the source and target databases are compatible. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the data being replicated is consistent across all databases. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on data replication in SAP Replication Server, please refer to the official SAP documentation at https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_REPLICATION_SERVER/1511/en-US.