PAS-C01 Source and target platform (OS/DB) Practice Question
A company is migrating its SAP landscape to AWS. They need to choose a migration method for each system. Which TWO factors are most important to consider when selecting a migration method for SAP systems? (Choose TWO.)
⚠ Common exam trap
Candidates may confuse business factors (cost, users) with technical prerequisites. Remember: migration method depends on platform and version compatibility, not on user count or backup schedules.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Source and target platform (OS, DB)
Options C and E are correct. The source and target platform (OS, DB) and SAP release/database version are critical because they determine the availability and compatibility of migration tools (e.g., SUM, DMO, SWPM). Option A (total cost) is a business consideration, not a technical factor for method selection. Option B (backup frequency) relates to operational planning, not method choice. Option D (number of SAP users) affects sizing but not the migration method itself.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Total cost of migration
Why it's wrong here
Important but not a primary technical factor.
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Frequency of database backups
Why it's wrong here
Not a key factor for method selection.
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Source and target platform (OS, DB)
Why this is correct
Affects tool choice (e.g., HSR for HANA).
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Number of SAP users
Why it's wrong here
Does not influence migration method.
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SAP release and database version
Why this is correct
Determines compatibility with AWS services.
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