What is patch integration file in SAP BC-UPG - Upgrade - General?

SAP Term: patch integration file

• Component: BC-UPG

• Component Name: Upgrade - General

• Description: A file containing all transport requests required to include add-on software and Support Packages Support Packages for the components SAP_ABA, SAP_HR, SAP_BASIS, and so in an upgrade, and which determines their import sequence. This file can be delivered on CD, or loaded from SAPNet - R/3 Frontend, or be generated in the system.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A patch integration file is a file that contains the necessary information to integrate a patch into an SAP system. It contains the patch number, the patch description, and the patch installation instructions. It also contains information about the patch dependencies and the patch prerequisites. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use a patch integration file, you must first download it from the SAP Service Marketplace. Once downloaded, you can open it in an editor and review the contents. You can then use the information in the file to install the patch in your SAP system. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When installing a patch, make sure to read through the patch integration file carefully and follow all of the instructions provided. This will ensure that the patch is installed correctly and that all of its dependencies are met. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on patch integration files, please refer to SAP Note 81737. This note provides detailed instructions on how to download and install patches using a patch integration file.