The correct answer is AWS Backup and Amazon S3, because point-in-time recovery for SAP HANA on AWS relies on orchestrating consistent EBS snapshots through AWS Backup, which are then stored durably in S3. This combination ensures that database backups are application-consistent and can be restored to any specific moment within the retention window, a critical requirement for SAP HANA’s log-based recovery model. On the AWS Certified SAP on AWS Specialty PAS-C01 exam, this question tests your understanding of native AWS backup services versus migration or lifecycle tools—common traps include confusing AWS DMS (a migration service) or S3 lifecycle policies (for object management) with backup solutions. Remember that AWS Backup is the orchestrator, and S3 is the underlying storage target for snapshot data. A useful memory tip: think “Backup to S3, not DMS or Lifecycle”—the acronym BSL (Backup, S3, Logs) can help you recall the core components for point-in-time recovery.
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 is running SAP HANA on AWS and needs to backup the database. Which TWO services can be used together to create a backup strategy that meets the requirement of point-in-time recovery? (Choose two.)
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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Amazon EBS snapshots
Options A and D are correct: AWS Backup can orchestrate EBS snapshots, and the snapshots are stored in S3. Option B is incorrect because DMS is for migration, not backup. Option C is incorrect because S3 lifecycle policies manage object transitions, not database backups. Option E is incorrect because Storage Gateway is for on-premises integration.
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.
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AWS Database Migration Service
Why it's wrong here
DMS is for migration, not for backup.
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Amazon EBS snapshots
Why this is correct
EBS snapshots are used for point-in-time backups of volumes.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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AWS Backup
Why this is correct
AWS Backup can schedule and manage EBS snapshots for point-in-time recovery.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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Amazon S3 Lifecycle policies
Why it's wrong here
Lifecycle policies manage object transitions, not database backups directly.
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AWS Storage Gateway
Why it's wrong here
Storage Gateway is for hybrid storage, not for database backup.
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
A media company stores terabytes of video archives that are accessed once a year for audit purposes. Moving these objects to a cold storage tier (Azure Archive, S3 Glacier, or Google Nearline) costs a fraction of hot storage. Questions like this test whether you understand storage tiers, access frequency tradeoffs, and retrieval latency requirements.
What to study next
Got this wrong? Here's your next step.
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.
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: Amazon EBS snapshots — Options A and D are correct: AWS Backup can orchestrate EBS snapshots, and the snapshots are stored in S3. Option B is incorrect because DMS is for migration, not backup. Option C is incorrect because S3 lifecycle policies manage object transitions, not database backups. Option E is incorrect because Storage Gateway is for on-premises integration.
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.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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