Quick Answer
The correct answer is AWS Storage Gateway and SAP Data Archiving with S3 as the archive store. Storage Gateway’s file gateway mode presents a standard file interface (NFS/SMB) that SAP’s archiving subsystem can natively mount as a target, while SAP Data Archiving itself can be configured to write directly to an S3 bucket using the SAP Content Server or ArchiveLink interface. On the AWS Certified SAP on AWS Specialty PAS-C01 exam, this question tests your understanding of how to reduce storage costs during an SAP migration by leveraging S3’s low-cost tiers, often tripping candidates who confuse Glacier (a storage class within S3, not a separate service) or CloudFront (a CDN) with valid integration services. A common trap is selecting S3 Batch Operations, which is for bulk data processing, not continuous archiving. Memory tip: think “Gateway for file access, Archiving for direct S3 write” — two paths, one cost-saving goal.
This PAS-C01 practice question tests your understanding of migration. 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 migrating an SAP Business Suite system to AWS. They want to reduce storage costs by using Amazon S3 for archiving. Which TWO AWS services can be used to integrate SAP with Amazon S3 for archiving?
Amazon S3 Batch Operations
Why wrong: Batch Operations is for managing objects in bulk.
Amazon S3 Glacier
Why wrong: Glacier is a storage tier, not a service to integrate with SAP.
Amazon CloudFront
Why wrong: CloudFront is a content delivery service.
AWS Storage Gateway (file gateway)
File gateway presents a file interface to S3 for SAP archiving.
SAP Data Archiving with S3 as the archive store
SAP can archive directly to S3.
Answer choices
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
AWS Storage Gateway (file gateway)
Options A and D are correct. AWS Storage Gateway provides a file interface to S3, and SAP Data Archiving can use S3 as a target. Option B is wrong because Glacier is a storage class, not a service. Option C is wrong because CloudFront is a CDN. Option E is wrong because S3 Batch Operations is for bulk actions, not archiving.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
Amazon S3 Batch Operations
Why it's wrong here
Batch Operations is for managing objects in bulk.
Amazon S3 Glacier
Why it's wrong here
Glacier is a storage tier, not a service to integrate with SAP.
Amazon CloudFront
Why it's wrong here
CloudFront is a content delivery service.
AWS Storage Gateway (file gateway)
Why this is correct
File gateway presents a file interface to S3 for SAP archiving.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
SAP Data Archiving with S3 as the archive store
Why this is correct
SAP can archive directly to S3.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
Common exam traps
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
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.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
A startup's cloud architect reviews their monthly bill and notices costs are higher than expected for a long-running batch job. Switching from on-demand instances to Reserved Instances — or using Spot/Preemptible VMs — can reduce compute costs by up to 72 %. Questions like this test whether you understand the tradeoffs between commitment, flexibility, and cost across cloud pricing models.
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Migration — This question tests Migration — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
The correct answer is: AWS Storage Gateway (file gateway) — Options A and D are correct. AWS Storage Gateway provides a file interface to S3, and SAP Data Archiving can use S3 as a target. Option B is wrong because Glacier is a storage class, not a service. Option C is wrong because CloudFront is a CDN. Option E is wrong because S3 Batch Operations is for bulk actions, not archiving.
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Variation 1. A company is migrating their SAP Business Warehouse (BW) system to AWS. They want to use Amazon S3 for BW near-line storage (NLS). They have set up an S3 bucket and configured the SAP BW NLS connection. However, when they test the connection, it fails. What is the MOST likely cause?
easyWhy D: Option A is correct because SAP BW NLS requires an S3-compatible interface, and AWS Storage Gateway File Gateway provides that. Option B is wrong because KMS encryption does not prevent connection. Option C is wrong because S3 bucket names are globally unique; if they could create it, it's available. Option D is wrong because S3 supports multipart upload by default.
Last reviewed: Jun 20, 2026
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