What is ActiveX Data Objects in SAP BW-BEX-UDI - Universal Data Integration?

SAP Term: ActiveX Data Objects

• Component: BW-BEX-UDI

• Component Name: Universal Data Integration

• Description: A logical object model for programmatically accessing a variety of data sources through OLE DB interfaces. ADO, provided by Microsoft, is the foundation for Microsoft's ADO MD extension, upon which the BI ODBO Connector is based.

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• Key Concepts: 
  ActiveX Data Objects (ADO) is a technology developed by Microsoft that provides a way for applications to access data from a variety of sources. It is used in the BW-BEX-UDI Universal Data Integration (UDI) component of SAP to provide a unified interface for accessing data from different sources. 
  
  How to use it: 
  ADO can be used to access data from a variety of sources, including databases, spreadsheets, and text files. In the BW-BEX-UDI component of SAP, ADO is used to provide a unified interface for accessing data from different sources. This allows users to access data from multiple sources without having to write separate code for each source. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using ADO in the BW-BEX-UDI component of SAP, it is important to ensure that the data sources are properly configured. This includes setting up the correct connection strings and ensuring that the correct drivers are installed. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the data sources are properly secured so that unauthorized users cannot access the data. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using ADO in the BW-BEX-UDI component of SAP, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide tutorials and tips on using ADO with SAP.