- A
Configure SAP HANA System Replication (HSR) in a multitier setup with a primary in the source region and a synchronous secondary in the DR region. Use HANA takeover for failover.
HSR with synchronous replication provides low RPO and RTO, and is a standard SAP DR solution.
- B
Use AWS Database Migration Service (DMS) to continuously replicate data from the HANA database to a HANA database in the DR region.
Why wrong: DMS does not support HANA as a source for ongoing replication; it is used for homogeneous migrations.
- C
Deploy a second HANA node in a different Availability Zone in the same region and configure HANA System Replication. Use AWS Global Accelerator to route traffic to the standby.
Why wrong: This provides DR within the same region, not cross-region, and RTO may exceed 2 hours due to lack of cross-region failover automation.
- D
Use AWS Backup to schedule daily snapshots of the HANA database and copy them to the DR region. In the event of a disaster, restore the latest snapshot to a new HANA instance.
Why wrong: Daily snapshots cannot achieve 15-minute RPO and restore time exceeds 2-hour RTO.
Quick Answer
The correct answer is to configure SAP HANA System Replication (HSR) in a multitier setup with a primary in the source region and a synchronous secondary in the DR region, using HANA takeover for failover. This solution meets the 15-minute RPO and 2-hour RTO because HSR provides near-real-time synchronous replication, which keeps the DR database continuously updated with an RPO of seconds and enables a fast takeover for an RTO well under two hours. On the AWS Certified SAP on AWS Specialty PAS-C01 exam, this scenario tests your understanding of native SAP replication mechanisms versus AWS-native services; a common trap is choosing manual snapshots or DMS, but snapshots cannot achieve a 15-minute RPO due to backup intervals, and DMS does not support HANA as a continuous replication source. Remember the key distinction: for cross-region DR with strict RPO/RTO, HSR multitier is the only option that combines low operational overhead with automatic, database-level sync. Memory tip: “HSR multitier = sync across regions, no manual steps.”
PAS-C01 Technology Practice Question
This PAS-C01 practice question tests your understanding of technology. 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 runs a critical SAP application on an SAP HANA database in a single Availability Zone on AWS. The database is 2 TB in size. The company needs to implement a disaster recovery (DR) strategy with a Recovery Point Objective (RPO) of 15 minutes and a Recovery Time Objective (RTO) of 2 hours. The DR region must be in a different AWS Region. Which solution meets these requirements with the LEAST operational overhead?
Clue words in this question
Noticing these words before you look at the options changes how you read each choice.
Clue:
"least"Why it matters: You want the option with minimum overhead, fewest steps, or lowest impact — not the most feature-rich or comprehensive answer.
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
Configure SAP HANA System Replication (HSR) in a multitier setup with a primary in the source region and a synchronous secondary in the DR region. Use HANA takeover for failover.
Option B is correct because HANA System Replication with a standby in another region provides automatic sync replication with RPO of seconds and RTO of minutes, meeting the requirements. Option A is wrong because manual snapshots have higher RPO and RTO. Option C is wrong because DMS does not support HANA as a source for continuous replication. Option D is wrong because HSR with a single-node standby in another AZ does not provide cross-region DR.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✓
Configure SAP HANA System Replication (HSR) in a multitier setup with a primary in the source region and a synchronous secondary in the DR region. Use HANA takeover for failover.
Why this is correct
HSR with synchronous replication provides low RPO and RTO, and is a standard SAP DR solution.
Clue confirmation
The clue word "least" in the question point toward this answer.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
Use AWS Database Migration Service (DMS) to continuously replicate data from the HANA database to a HANA database in the DR region.
Why it's wrong here
DMS does not support HANA as a source for ongoing replication; it is used for homogeneous migrations.
- ✗
Deploy a second HANA node in a different Availability Zone in the same region and configure HANA System Replication. Use AWS Global Accelerator to route traffic to the standby.
Why it's wrong here
This provides DR within the same region, not cross-region, and RTO may exceed 2 hours due to lack of cross-region failover automation.
- ✗
Use AWS Backup to schedule daily snapshots of the HANA database and copy them to the DR region. In the event of a disaster, restore the latest snapshot to a new HANA instance.
Why it's wrong here
Daily snapshots cannot achieve 15-minute RPO and restore time exceeds 2-hour RTO.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
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
How to think about this question
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.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
- Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
- Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.
TExam Day Tips
- Underline the problem statement mentally.
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
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What does this PAS-C01 question test?
Technology — This question tests Technology — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Configure SAP HANA System Replication (HSR) in a multitier setup with a primary in the source region and a synchronous secondary in the DR region. Use HANA takeover for failover. — Option B is correct because HANA System Replication with a standby in another region provides automatic sync replication with RPO of seconds and RTO of minutes, meeting the requirements. Option A is wrong because manual snapshots have higher RPO and RTO. Option C is wrong because DMS does not support HANA as a source for continuous replication. Option D is wrong because HSR with a single-node standby in another AZ does not provide cross-region DR.
What should I do if I get this PAS-C01 question wrong?
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.
Are there clue words in this question I should notice?
Yes — watch for: "least". You want the option with minimum overhead, fewest steps, or lowest impact — not the most feature-rich or comprehensive answer.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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