What is 'communication partner' in SAP SRD-CC-SEC - Security?

communication partner - Overview

• Component: SRD-CC-SEC

• Component Name: Security

• Description: A business partner or communication system with which an organization in SAP Business ByDesign has a communication arrangement to exchange data or business documents electronically.

communication partner - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  A communication partner is a user or system that is involved in a communication process with SAP. In the context of SRD-CC-SEC Security, communication partners are users or systems that are authorized to access and exchange data with SAP. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Communication partners must be identified and authenticated before they can access and exchange data with SAP. This is done by assigning them a unique user ID and password. Once authenticated, communication partners can access the data they need from SAP. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to ensure that only authorized communication partners have access to the data they need from SAP. This can be done by setting up user roles and assigning them to the appropriate communication partners. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on communication partners and SRD-CC-SEC Security, please refer to the SAP Security Guide.