What is index snapshot in SAP BC-TRX - TREX?

SAP Term: index snapshot

• Component: BC-TRX

• Component Name: TREX

• Description: A copy of a master index that is generated when index replication takes place. uses index snapshots to determine which of the changes to the master index have to be transferred to the slave indexes.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Index Snapshot is a feature of the SAP TREX search engine that allows users to save the current state of an index. This feature is useful for creating a backup of an index or for creating a snapshot of an index at a certain point in time. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To create an index snapshot, users must first log into the TREX system. Once logged in, users can select the “Create Index Snapshot” option from the main menu. This will open a window where users can enter the name of the index they wish to snapshot and select the “Create” button. The snapshot will then be created and stored in the TREX system. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating an index snapshot, it is important to remember to give it a descriptive name so that it can be easily identified later on. Additionally, it is important to note that index snapshots are not automatically deleted and must be manually deleted when no longer needed. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using Index Snapshots in SAP TREX, please refer to the official SAP documentation located at https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/TREX/7.0/en-US.