What is connection pool in SAP BI-BIP-BOE - SAP BusinessObjects Enterprise?

SAP Term: connection pool

• Component: BI-BIP-BOE

• Component Name: SAP BusinessObjects Enterprise

• Description: A database connections cache, maintained by Connection Server, to allow the re-use of connections to a data source.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A connection pool is a feature of SAP BusinessObjects Enterprise (BI-BIP-BOE) that allows users to store and manage multiple database connections. It enables users to quickly and easily switch between different databases, eliminating the need to manually configure each connection. The connection pool also helps reduce the amount of time spent on database administration tasks, such as creating and managing user accounts.
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the connection pool, users must first create a connection profile. This profile contains information about the database, such as the server name, port number, and authentication credentials. Once the profile is created, users can add it to the connection pool. From there, they can select the desired database connection from the list of available connections.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a connection profile, it is important to ensure that all of the information is accurate and up-to-date. This will help ensure that the connection is successful and that data can be retrieved from the database without any issues. Additionally, it is recommended that users create separate profiles for each database they need to access. This will help keep track of which databases are being used and make it easier to switch between them.
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on how to use the connection pool in SAP BusinessObjects Enterprise (BI-BIP-BOE), please refer to the official documentation provided by SAP. Additionally, there are many online tutorials and resources available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to set up and manage connections in the connection pool.