What is colocation in SAP HAN - SAP HANA?

SAP Term: colocation

• Component: HAN

• Component Name: SAP HANA

• Description: SAP A Process by which related data for example, all the document items of a business partner can be stored in the same database node. Colocation is obtained using table partitioning.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Colocation is a term used in SAP HANA to describe the process of placing multiple SAP HANA systems in the same physical location. This allows for the sharing of resources, such as memory and storage, between the systems. This can help reduce costs and improve performance.
  
  How to use it: 
  Colocation can be used to improve the performance of SAP HANA systems by allowing them to share resources. It can also be used to reduce costs by eliminating the need for additional hardware or software. To use colocation, multiple SAP HANA systems must be placed in the same physical location. The systems must then be configured to share resources, such as memory and storage.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using colocation, it is important to ensure that the systems are properly configured and that they are compatible with each other. Additionally, it is important to monitor the performance of the systems to ensure that they are running optimally.
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on colocation and how it can be used with SAP HANA, please refer to the official SAP HANA documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide tips and tricks for using colocation with SAP HANA.