- A
Enable SAP HANA system replication with TLS/SSL encryption.
HSR supports TLS encryption for secure replication traffic.
- B
Store replication data in Amazon S3 and have the secondary instance pull it.
Why wrong: This is not a standard HSR method; it would introduce high latency and complexity.
- C
Use AWS Direct Connect to connect the Availability Zones.
Why wrong: Direct Connect is for on-premises to AWS connectivity, not between AZs.
- D
Use VPC peering between the subnets in different Availability Zones.
VPC peering provides direct network connectivity between AZs with low latency.
- E
Configure a VPN connection between the Availability Zones.
Why wrong: VPN adds encryption overhead and latency; not the most efficient path.
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SAP HANA System Replication: Encryption and Efficient Network Path
This PAS-C01 practice question tests your understanding of technology. This is a configuration task: choose the command set that satisfies every stated requirement. Small differences — like 'secret' vs 'password' or 'transport input ssh' vs 'all' — change whether the answer is correct. 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.
An SAP administrator is configuring high availability for SAP HANA using HANA system replication (HSR) across multiple Availability Zones. The administrator must ensure that the replication traffic is encrypted and uses the most efficient network path. Which TWO configurations meet these requirements? (Choose TWO.)
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
✓
Enable SAP HANA system replication with TLS/SSL encryption.
Option A is correct because SAP HANA system replication (HSR) supports TLS/SSL encryption natively, which encrypts the replication traffic between the primary and secondary HANA instances. This ensures data confidentiality and integrity without requiring additional network infrastructure, and it uses the most efficient network path because the replication occurs directly over the existing network between the Availability Zones.
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.
- ✓
Enable SAP HANA system replication with TLS/SSL encryption.
Why this is correct
HSR supports TLS encryption for secure replication traffic.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
Store replication data in Amazon S3 and have the secondary instance pull it.
Why it's wrong here
This is not a standard HSR method; it would introduce high latency and complexity.
- ✗
Use AWS Direct Connect to connect the Availability Zones.
Why it's wrong here
Direct Connect is for on-premises to AWS connectivity, not between AZs.
- ✓
Use VPC peering between the subnets in different Availability Zones.
Why this is correct
VPC peering provides direct network connectivity between AZs with low latency.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
Configure a VPN connection between the Availability Zones.
Why it's wrong here
VPN adds encryption overhead and latency; not the most efficient path.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
The trap here is that candidates may assume AWS Direct Connect or VPN are required for encryption and efficient routing between Availability Zones, but SAP HANA's native TLS/SSL encryption and VPC peering (which uses the AWS backbone) already satisfy both requirements without additional services.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
SAP HANA system replication uses log shipping to transfer redo log entries from the primary to the secondary instance. When TLS/SSL is enabled, HANA uses its own certificate management or integrates with an external PKI to encrypt the replication channel, typically on port 30101 (for indexserver) or a custom port. The most efficient network path between AZs is the AWS backbone, which is automatically used when VPC peering or transitive routing is configured, avoiding internet transit or additional VPN overhead.
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.
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
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
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How this comes up in practice
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The correct answer is: Enable SAP HANA system replication with TLS/SSL encryption. — Option A is correct because SAP HANA system replication (HSR) supports TLS/SSL encryption natively, which encrypts the replication traffic between the primary and secondary HANA instances. This ensures data confidentiality and integrity without requiring additional network infrastructure, and it uses the most efficient network path because the replication occurs directly over the existing network between the Availability Zones.
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