SAP Basis

Unit 3: Introduction to System Configuration ADM100
Lesson:
76
How the System Evaluates its Parameters
Lesson Duration: 40 minutes
Lesson Overview
This lesson explains how the system evaluates its parameters and where
these parameters are stored.
Lesson Objectives
After completing this lesson, you will be able to:
• Determine the configuration of system parameters
Explain that the system parameters are stored in the kernel of the SAP
system during installation. This default configuration can be changed
using entries in the profile files. Explain the sequence in which the
parameters are imported.
The profile files are created during the installation. Explain the significance
of these files when starting the system.
Describe which information is stored in the individual profile files.
Explain the options for determining the current values of system
parameters using transaction RZ11 and report RSPFPAR.
Business Example
You want to determine the system parameters for your SAP system.
Configuring the System Parameters
The configuration of the individual instances and therefore of the SAP
system is performed using system parameters. The default values for these
parametersaredefinedintheprogramcodeofthekernel.
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