What is corporate LDAP directory in SAP EP-PIN-USM - User Management?

SAP Term: corporate LDAP directory

• Component: EP-PIN-USM

• Component Name: User Management

• Description: The central LDAP-enabled directory containing basic user data. This directory is used by several systems in a system landscape thus avoiding the same user data being stored redundantly in multiple repositories. In the Enterprise Portal, portal users are stored in the corporate LDAP directory.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A corporate LDAP directory is a type of directory service used to store and manage user information within an organization. It is based on the Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) and is used to authenticate users and control access to resources. The EP-PIN-USM User Management component of SAP is used to manage user accounts in a corporate LDAP directory. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The EP-PIN-USM User Management component of SAP can be used to create, modify, and delete user accounts in a corporate LDAP directory. It can also be used to assign roles and privileges to users, as well as to control access to resources. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the EP-PIN-USM User Management component of SAP, it is important to ensure that user accounts are properly configured and that access rights are properly assigned. It is also important to regularly review user accounts and access rights in order to ensure that they are up-to-date. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information about the EP-PIN-USM User Management component of SAP, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide tutorials and tips for using this component.