Quick Answer
The answer is the SAP HANA database and SAP Central Services. These two components form the core of an SAP workload migration to AWS because the database holds all transactional and analytical data, while Central Services manages system-wide functions like locking, messaging, and enqueue operations. On the AWS Certified SAP on AWS Specialty PAS-C01 exam, this question tests your understanding of what actually moves during a migration versus what remains as supporting infrastructure—a common trap is confusing network services like AWS Direct Connect or security tools like IAM roles and KMS keys with the workload itself. Remember that the workload consists of the application and database layers, not the underlying AWS services that enable connectivity or encryption. A simple memory tip: think of the “engine” (HANA database) and the “brain” (Central Services) as the only pieces that get lifted and shifted to the cloud.
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.
Which TWO components are typically migrated as part of an SAP workload migration to AWS?
AWS KMS encryption keys.
Why wrong: KMS keys are for encryption, not workload.
SAP Central Services (ASCS/SCS).
Application services are migrated.
AWS Direct Connect virtual interface.
Why wrong: This is an AWS service, not a workload component.
IAM roles and policies.
Why wrong: IAM is for permissions, not part of the workload.
SAP HANA database.
Database is a primary component.
Answer choices
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Correct answer & explanation
SAP Central Services (ASCS/SCS).
SAP workload migration includes the database and the application server. Option A is a core component. Option B is also a core component. Option C is wrong because AWS Direct Connect is the network connection, not migrated. Option D is wrong because IAM roles are for access control, not migrated. Option E is wrong because AWS KMS keys are encryption keys, not part of the workload.
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.
AWS KMS encryption keys.
Why it's wrong here
KMS keys are for encryption, not workload.
SAP Central Services (ASCS/SCS).
Why this is correct
Application services are migrated.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
AWS Direct Connect virtual interface.
Why it's wrong here
This is an AWS service, not a workload component.
IAM roles and policies.
Why it's wrong here
IAM is for permissions, not part of the workload.
SAP HANA database.
Why this is correct
Database is a primary component.
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 company's IT admin needs to give a contractor read-only access to production logs without sharing account credentials. Using role-based access control (RBAC) and temporary scoped permissions — not a permanent shared password — is the correct pattern. Questions like this test whether you can apply least-privilege access across cloud identity services.
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Migration — This question tests Migration — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
The correct answer is: SAP Central Services (ASCS/SCS). — SAP workload migration includes the database and the application server. Option A is a core component. Option B is also a core component. Option C is wrong because AWS Direct Connect is the network connection, not migrated. Option D is wrong because IAM roles are for access control, not migrated. Option E is wrong because AWS KMS keys are encryption keys, not part of the workload.
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