What is 'direct connection' in SAP LOD-ANA - SAP Analytics Cloud?

direct connection - Overview

• Component: LOD-ANA

• Component Name: SAP Analytics Cloud

• Description: A type of live data connection that does not use a reverse proxy.

direct connection - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Direct connection is a feature of SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) that allows users to connect to their on-premise or cloud-based SAP systems directly. This connection allows users to access and analyze data from their SAP systems in SAC without having to manually upload the data. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use direct connection, users must first set up a secure connection between their SAP system and SAC. This can be done by using the SAP Cloud Connector, which is a free tool provided by SAP. Once the connection is established, users can then access and analyze their data in SAC. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up the direct connection, it is important to ensure that the correct authentication method is used. Depending on the type of SAP system being connected, different authentication methods may be required. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the correct ports are open in order for the connection to be successful. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on setting up a direct connection between SAC and an SAP system, please refer to the official SAP documentation here: https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_ANALYTICS_CLOUD/Cloud/en-US/f9f3d7a8b2e04c8a9f3d7a8b2e04c8a9.html