- A
Enable S3 Object Versioning on the backup bucket.
Why wrong: S3 Object Versioning protects against accidental deletion but does not provide database-level point-in-time recovery.
- B
Configure Amazon Data Lifecycle Manager (DLM) for EBS snapshots.
Why wrong: Amazon Data Lifecycle Manager (DLM) is designed for managing EBS snapshots, not for SAP HANA database backups.
- C
Use AWS Backup with the SAP HANA backup plan.
AWS Backup provides a managed backup service for SAP HANA databases, supporting automated backups and point-in-time recovery (PITR).
- D
Use Amazon RDS automated backups.
Why wrong: Amazon RDS is a managed relational database service and does not support SAP HANA.
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PAS-C01 AWS Backup Practice Question
This PAS-C01 practice question tests your understanding of operations and maintenance. 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. A key principle to apply: aWS Backup. 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 on AWS. The database is backed up daily to Amazon S3. The company needs to ensure that the database can be restored to a point in time within the last 24 hours with minimal data loss. Which AWS service should be used to achieve this requirement?
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
✓
Use AWS Backup with the SAP HANA backup plan.
Option C is correct because AWS Backup provides a managed backup service for SAP HANA databases, supporting automated backups and point-in-time recovery (PITR) within a specified retention period. Option A is incorrect because S3 Object Versioning protects against accidental deletion but does not provide database-level point-in-time recovery. Option B is incorrect because Amazon Data Lifecycle Manager (DLM) is designed for managing EBS snapshots, not for SAP HANA database backups. Option D is incorrect because Amazon RDS is a managed relational database service and does not support SAP HANA.
Key principle: AWS Backup
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✗
Enable S3 Object Versioning on the backup bucket.
Why it's wrong here
S3 Object Versioning protects against accidental deletion but does not provide database-level point-in-time recovery.
- ✗
Configure Amazon Data Lifecycle Manager (DLM) for EBS snapshots.
Why it's wrong here
Amazon Data Lifecycle Manager (DLM) is designed for managing EBS snapshots, not for SAP HANA database backups.
- ✓
Use AWS Backup with the SAP HANA backup plan.
Why this is correct
AWS Backup provides a managed backup service for SAP HANA databases, supporting automated backups and point-in-time recovery (PITR).
Related concept
AWS Backup
- ✗
Use Amazon RDS automated backups.
Why it's wrong here
Amazon RDS is a managed relational database service and does not support SAP HANA.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Candidates often confuse DLM with AWS Backup. DLM is for EBS snapshots, not SAP HANA backups. AWS Backup is the correct service for SAP HANA because it offers application-consistent backup plans and supports point-in-time recovery.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
Treat this as a scenario question. Identify the problem, the constraint, and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- AWS Backup
- Point-in-Time Recovery (PITR)
- S3 Object Versioning
- Amazon Data Lifecycle Manager (DLM)
TExam Day Tips
- 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
AWS Backup
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.
Quick reference
AWS S3 Storage Class Comparison
| Storage Class | Min Duration | Retrieval | Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| S3 Standard | None | Immediate | Frequently accessed data |
| S3 Standard-IA | 30 days | Immediate | Infrequent access, rapid retrieval |
| S3 One Zone-IA | 30 days | Immediate | Non-critical infrequent data |
| S3 Intelligent-Tiering | None | Immediate–hours | Unknown or changing access patterns |
| S3 Glacier Instant | 90 days | Milliseconds | Archive with instant retrieval |
| S3 Glacier Flexible | 90 days | Minutes–hours | Archive, flexible retrieval |
| S3 Glacier Deep Archive | 180 days | Hours | Long-term compliance archive |
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What does this PAS-C01 question test?
Operations and Maintenance — This question tests Operations and Maintenance — AWS Backup.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Use AWS Backup with the SAP HANA backup plan. — Option C is correct because AWS Backup provides a managed backup service for SAP HANA databases, supporting automated backups and point-in-time recovery (PITR) within a specified retention period. Option A is incorrect because S3 Object Versioning protects against accidental deletion but does not provide database-level point-in-time recovery. Option B is incorrect because Amazon Data Lifecycle Manager (DLM) is designed for managing EBS snapshots, not for SAP HANA database backups. Option D is incorrect because Amazon RDS is a managed relational database service and does not support SAP HANA.
What should I do if I get this PAS-C01 question wrong?
Review aWS Backup, then practise related PAS-C01 questions on the same topic to reinforce the concept.
What is the key concept behind this question?
AWS Backup
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