What is cold store in SAP BW - SAP Business Information Warehouse?

SAP Term: cold store

• Component: BW

• Component Name: SAP Business Information Warehouse

• Description: Storage location in data tiering solutions for data that is not needed at present and is unlikely to be need in the future.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Cold store is a term used in SAP Business Information Warehouse (BW) to refer to a database that stores data that is not frequently accessed. It is used to store data that is not needed for immediate analysis, but may be needed in the future. The cold store is designed to be more cost-effective than other storage solutions, as it requires less maintenance and can be accessed quickly when needed.
  
  How to use it: 
  The cold store can be used to store data that is not needed for immediate analysis, such as historical data or data from previous years. This data can then be accessed quickly when needed, without having to go through the process of retrieving it from other storage solutions. The cold store can also be used to store data that is not frequently accessed, such as data from external sources or data that is not used often.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the cold store, it is important to ensure that the data stored in it is up-to-date and accurate. This can be done by regularly checking the data and making sure that any changes are reflected in the cold store. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the data stored in the cold store is secure and protected from unauthorized access.
  
  Related Information: 
  The cold store can be used in conjunction with other storage solutions, such as SAP HANA or SAP S/4HANA. Additionally, there are various tools available for managing and analyzing the data stored in the cold store, such as SAP BusinessObjects or SAP Lumira.