What is data collector in SAP SV-SMG-MON - Monitoring & Alerting?

SAP Term: data collector

• Component: SV-SMG-MON

• Component Name: Monitoring & Alerting

• Description: The data retrieval process for a metric. The data collector has a data provider with a specific configuration assigned to it. Depending on the data collector type, the data for a metric is collected in the DPC pull mode from a managed system, or in the DPC push mode from a Diagnostic Agent or from CA Wily IntroScope.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Data collectors are components of the SAP Solution Manager (SOLMAN) system that are used to collect data from various sources. They are responsible for collecting data from different systems, such as SAP applications, databases, and operating systems. The data collected is then used to monitor the performance of the system and to generate alerts when necessary. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Data collectors can be used to monitor the performance of a system by collecting data from various sources. This data can then be used to generate alerts when necessary. Additionally, data collectors can be used to analyze the performance of a system over time and identify any potential issues or areas for improvement. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up a data collector, it is important to ensure that the data being collected is accurate and up-to-date. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the data collector is configured correctly in order to ensure that it is collecting the right type of data. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on how to use data collectors in SAP Solution Manager (SOLMAN), please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed instructions on how to configure and use data collectors in SOLMAN.