What is 'Black Duck scan' in SAP SAP-LEGAL - Global Field Legal?

Black Duck scan - Overview

• Component: SAP-LEGAL

• Component Name: Global Field Legal

• Description: The scanning of the Custom Code to detect open source code and intellectual property contained in the Custom Code by using a third party tool.

Black Duck scan - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Black Duck scan is a tool used by SAP-LEGAL Global Field Legal Compliance to identify and assess open source software components in SAP products. It scans the source code of the product to detect any open source components that may be included, and then evaluates them for potential legal compliance issues. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The Black Duck scan is used to identify any open source components that may be included in a product. It scans the source code of the product and evaluates it for potential legal compliance issues. The scan can be used to ensure that all open source components are properly licensed and compliant with applicable laws. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the Black Duck scan, it is important to ensure that all open source components are properly licensed and compliant with applicable laws. Additionally, it is important to keep track of any changes made to the source code, as this could affect the results of the scan. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The Black Duck scan is part of SAP-LEGAL Global Field Legal Compliance, which provides legal advice and guidance on a variety of topics related to SAP products. Additionally, there are other tools available for assessing open source software components, such as FOSSology and OpenChain.