Quick Answer
The answer is AWS Systems Manager Patch Manager, AWS OpsWorks, and AWS Systems Manager Automation. These three services are correct because Patch Manager automates OS-level patching across EC2 instances using predefined baselines, while OpsWorks leverages Chef or Puppet recipes to manage and apply consistent application patches to SAP servers, and Automation provides runbooks that can orchestrate complex patching workflows including pre- and post-patching validation. On the AWS Certified SAP on AWS Specialty PAS-C01 exam, this question tests your understanding of lifecycle management tools beyond simple patching—a common trap is selecting only Patch Manager and forgetting OpsWorks for application-layer automation, or confusing AWS Config (which audits compliance but does not apply patches). To remember the trio, think “Patch, Playbook, and Puppet” for Systems Manager, Automation, and OpsWorks respectively.
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Which THREE AWS services can be used to automate the patching of SAP application servers on EC2? (Choose 3).
AWS Auto Scaling
Why wrong: Auto Scaling manages instance count, not patching.
AWS OpsWorks
OpsWorks can manage configurations and patching.
AWS CodeDeploy
CodeDeploy can deploy updates and patches to instances.
AWS CloudFormation
Why wrong: CloudFormation is for creating and managing infrastructure.
AWS Systems Manager Patch Manager
Patch Manager automates OS patching.
Answer choices
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Correct answer & explanation
AWS OpsWorks
AWS OpsWorks is correct because it provides a configuration management service that uses Chef or Puppet to automate the patching and lifecycle management of SAP application servers on EC2. You can define custom recipes or manifests to apply OS and application patches consistently across your SAP infrastructure, ensuring compliance and reducing manual effort.
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Answer analysis
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
AWS Auto Scaling
Why it's wrong here
Auto Scaling manages instance count, not patching.
AWS OpsWorks
Why this is correct
OpsWorks can manage configurations and patching.
Related concept
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AWS CodeDeploy
Why this is correct
CodeDeploy can deploy updates and patches to instances.
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AWS CloudFormation
Why it's wrong here
CloudFormation is for creating and managing infrastructure.
AWS Systems Manager Patch Manager
Why this is correct
Patch Manager automates OS patching.
Related concept
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Common exam traps
The trap here is that candidates often confuse infrastructure provisioning tools like CloudFormation with operational automation tools, or assume Auto Scaling can handle patching because it can replace instances with new AMIs, but it does not patch existing instances directly.
Detailed technical explanation
AWS Systems Manager Patch Manager uses SSM Agent on EC2 instances to scan for missing patches and apply them based on a defined patch baseline, which can include SAP-specific updates. OpsWorks leverages Chef or Puppet to execute patching recipes that can be scheduled or triggered, while CodeDeploy can deploy new application versions that include patched binaries, but it requires a separate build pipeline. In practice, combining Patch Manager for OS patches with CodeDeploy for SAP application updates provides a comprehensive automation strategy.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
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Operations and Maintenance — This question tests Operations and Maintenance — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
The correct answer is: AWS OpsWorks — AWS OpsWorks is correct because it provides a configuration management service that uses Chef or Puppet to automate the patching and lifecycle management of SAP application servers on EC2. You can define custom recipes or manifests to apply OS and application patches consistently across your SAP infrastructure, ensuring compliance and reducing manual effort.
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Variation 1. Which TWO AWS services can be used to automate the patching of SAP application servers?
easyWhy B: AWS Systems Manager Patch Manager (Option B) is correct because it provides a fully managed service specifically designed to automate the process of patching operating systems and applications, including SAP application servers running on EC2 instances. It uses patch baselines to define approved patches and can schedule patching across multiple instances, ensuring SAP systems remain compliant without manual intervention.
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