SAP Note 562403 - FAQ: Oracle Net

Component : Oracle -

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Summary :
This SAP Note discusses key aspects of Oracle Net (also known as Net8/SQL*Net V2), which facilitates communication between an Oracle client and server, essential for data exchange and connection management in an R/3 environment. It covers the complete architecture, including vital configuration files such as tnsnames.ora, listener.ora, sqlnet.ora, and protocol.ora (applicable till Oracle 8i). The note provides guidance on locating these files and tuning network performance between SAP and Oracle systems. Additionally, it discusses Oracle Net's role in a RAC environment, troubleshooting connections, checking trace options, and related security guidelines ensuring secure implementation of Oracle Net services in an SAP landscape.

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