What is extractor class in SAP SV-SMG-MON - Monitoring & Alerting?

SAP Term: extractor class

• Component: SV-SMG-MON

• Component Name: Monitoring & Alerting

• Description: An entity responsible for data retrieval in the pull mode of the Data Provider Connector or Extractor Framework. The extractor can be executed remotely in the managed system, or locally in the managing system, if the data to be retrieved is already in the managing system. The extractor class is executed synchronously by the extractor, if so defined.

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• Key Concepts: 
  An extractor class is a type of monitoring object in the SAP Solution Manager (SOLMAN) system. It is used to collect data from various sources, such as application servers, databases, and other systems, and store it in a central repository. The data can then be used for analysis and reporting purposes. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use an extractor class, you must first create one in the SOLMAN system. This can be done by selecting the “Create Extractor Class” option from the Monitoring & Alerting component of the SOLMAN system. Once created, you can then configure the extractor class to collect data from the desired sources. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating an extractor class, it is important to ensure that all of the necessary data sources are included. This will ensure that all of the relevant data is collected and stored in the central repository. Additionally, it is important to regularly check the status of the extractor class to ensure that it is running correctly and collecting data as expected. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on extractor classes and how to use them in SAP Solution Manager, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed tutorials on how to create and configure extractor classes in SOLMAN.