Quick Answer
The answer is AWS Database Migration Service (DMS). AWS DMS is the correct choice because it supports continuous replication from SAP source systems to target databases on AWS, enabling ongoing data synchronization during the migration window before cutover. This capability is essential for the SAP S/4HANA migration approach, where minimizing downtime requires the target to stay in near-real-time sync with the source. On the AWS Certified SAP on AWS Specialty PAS-C01 exam, this question tests your understanding of migration services and their specific roles—DMS handles database-level continuous replication, while AWS Schema Conversion Tool (SCT) only converts schemas, AWS Server Migration Service (SMS) moves entire servers, and CloudEndure focuses on disaster recovery rather than SAP-specific migration. A common trap is confusing DMS with SCT, but remember: DMS moves data continuously, SCT only changes the schema. Memory tip: “DMS keeps the data stream flowing; SCT just changes the shape of the boat.”
This PAS-C01 practice question tests your understanding of migration. Match the stated requirement to the specific cloud service, access model, or configuration option — many options are valid in isolation but not for this scenario. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
A company is migrating its SAP ERP system to AWS using the SAP S/4HANA migration approach. They need to replicate the source system continuously to the target before cutover. Which AWS service should be used for this continuous replication?
AWS Schema Conversion Tool (SCT)
Why wrong: SCT is for schema conversion, not continuous replication.
AWS Server Migration Service (SMS)
Why wrong: SMS is for server-level, not database replication.
AWS Database Migration Service (DMS)
DMS supports continuous replication for SAP migrations.
AWS CloudEndure Migration
Why wrong: CloudEndure is for disaster recovery, not SAP database replication.
Answer choices
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Correct answer & explanation
AWS Database Migration Service (DMS)
AWS DMS can perform ongoing replication from SAP systems to target databases. Option A is correct. Option B (SCT) is for schema conversion only. Option C (SMS) is for server-level migration. Option D (CloudEndure) is for disaster recovery, not SAP-specific migration.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
AWS Schema Conversion Tool (SCT)
Why it's wrong here
SCT is for schema conversion, not continuous replication.
AWS Server Migration Service (SMS)
Why it's wrong here
SMS is for server-level, not database replication.
AWS Database Migration Service (DMS)
Why this is correct
DMS supports continuous replication for SAP migrations.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
AWS CloudEndure Migration
Why it's wrong here
CloudEndure is for disaster recovery, not SAP database replication.
Common exam traps
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Detailed technical explanation
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
A cloud solutions architect for a retail company is evaluating services for a new workload. The correct answer here reflects best practice for the specific scenario described — not a general cloud recommendation. Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option. Cloud exam questions reward reading the constraint carefully: the same technology can be right or wrong depending on the use case.
What to study next
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Migration — This question tests Migration — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
The correct answer is: AWS Database Migration Service (DMS) — AWS DMS can perform ongoing replication from SAP systems to target databases. Option A is correct. Option B (SCT) is for schema conversion only. Option C (SMS) is for server-level migration. Option D (CloudEndure) is for disaster recovery, not SAP-specific migration.
Identify which PAS-C01 exam domain this question belongs to, then review the specific concept being tested. Practise related questions in that domain and focus on understanding why each wrong answer is tempting — not just why the correct answer is right.
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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