Database Reference
In-Depth Information
Summary
• SAP technology should be implemented as a multitiered architecture.
• The presentation layer is one of the variants of SAPGUI.
• Other SAPGUI variants include SAPGUI for Windows, SAPGUI for Java, SAPGUI
for HTML, and SAP NW Business Client.
• The application layer is SAP NW AS ABAP.
• The SAP application tier includes the dispatcher, message server, gateway, work pro-
cesses, VMC, ICM, ICF, and integrated ITS.
• The database layer is a relational database.
• Use Startsap to start the SAP system.
• Use Stopsap to stop the SAP system.
• The SAP logon program is used to configure and connect to multiple SAP systems.
• Transaction codes and menu paths are used to navigate SAP systems.
• Gaining a clear understanding of SAP system architecture will help a Basis adminis-
trator to troubleshoot SAP start-up issues.
Additional Resources
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SAP NetWeaver product release information
www.sdn.sap.com/irj/sdn/nw-products
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SAP landscape design and infrastructure
www.sdn.sap.com/irj/sdn/alm-landscape-design
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SAP design and architecture
www.sdn.sap.com/irj/sdn/landscapelayout
