AI-Assisted SAP Replication to
Snowflake or Databricks
with dbReplika

Modern Data Platforms Powered by AI-Assisted SAP Data Replication

We specialize in building robust data platforms on SAP, cloud, and open-source ecosystems. dbReplika is a innovative replication tool which enables SAP Data Replication to Snowflake or Databricks, empowering businesses to harness actionable insights with ease with No-Code and 1-Click setup.

Leverage our expertise to transform your data landscape and drive smarter decision-making. Let us help you bridge the gap between AI, SAP and the Cloud Data Lakehouse solutions.

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SAP Replication options for
Snowflake or Databricks

Managed by External Scheduler

The triggering of a replication process is done through the execution of a docker image that accepts the login credentials to the SAP system, which triggers the data replication. This docker image can be run locally or in cloud and can be attached to most orchestration tools with ease. The docker image is part of the standard delivery package.

Managed by SAP BW Scheduler

If a customer would like to use SAP BW standard scheduler, we offer the possibility to transfer the data directly to targets like Snowflake and Databricks. The data is written directly to storage locations and Snowflake or Databricks are configured to ingest the new data immediately. All API artefacts needed for the communication between SAP, Databricks or Snowflake are part of the standard delivery package.

Performance Metrics

Performance is influenced by the size of the records and the level of parallelization, which depends on the specific customer scenario. For instance, with a record size of 600 characters and 5 parallel jobs, it is possible to transfer approximately 100 million records in several minutes.

Data Security

dbReplika by design ensures that data never leaves the networks and systems of the customer. dbReplika runs as an SAP Add-on in the customer on-premise or SAP Private Cloud SAP system and doesn’t need any cloud subscription.

AI-Assisted Data Replication

Our groundbreaking AI integration feature for dbReplika, introduces a revolutionary conversational interface that enables users to create complex SAP data replication objects through simple voice commands and natural language interactions.

This innovative advancement represents a fundamental shift in how organizations approach SAP data integration, moving beyond traditional GUI-based configurations to intuitive, AI-powered conversations that democratize access to sophisticated replication capabilities.

SAP BW 7.5, SAP S/4HANA and BW/4HANA compatible

dbReplika enables you to replicate business rich SAP data sources and providers to your cloud platform of choice like Snowflake or Databricks. We Support on-premise SAP BW 7.5, SAP S/4HANA and BW/4HANA source systems without any cloud subscription or middleware. Our solution is SAP Business Data Cloud ready because Databricks is supported natively.

Supported Systems

This set of systems is included in the standard installation. Additionally we offer you a tailored system integration if you use another cloud data warehouse.

Source Systems

SAP BWonHANA® >= 7.5
SAP S/4HANA® >=1709
SAP BW/4HANA®

Source Type

Datasources (BW, ODP, SAPI, CDS Views)
Composite Provider & ADSO
Custom Tables via CDS Views

Target Systems

Snowflake
Databricks
Other vendors on request

Replication Features

This set of features is included in the standard installation. We deliver up to 4 feature releases per year, so you can continuously expect new capabilities and enhancements tailored to your needs. Additionally we offer you 3 different support plans.

Configuration

The dbReplika GUI allows users to activate a datasource for replication in less than a minute!

Low-code & No-code reduced development costs
Low entry barrier for new team members
Ease of knowledge Transfer

Delta

dbReplika uses the standard BW Delta frameworks, thereby ensuring an SAP compliant delta by design!

All ODP Delta Datasources supported
Custom delta extractors supported
Recovery of prior delta states of requets

Filters

Replication objects can be configured for partial replication of data by using the standard filter capabilities!

Standard source column filters are supported
Routines as filters are supported
Custom filter logic supported

SAP Compliance

We follow the guidelines in the SAP notes related to log based replication, ODP API restrictions and database triggers.
Our codebase does not use any technology which is mentioned in the SAP notes below.

We value simplicity and conformity.

SAP Note 2814740

Database triggers in ABAP Dictionary

When a table is changed using triggers, the triggers are treated as follows:

1. There are unmanageable (unknown) triggers for the table: The system rejects all change operations of the table.

2. There are only manageable triggers: If the table operation is trigger-compatible (see below), the triggers are retained. In the case of other database changes to the table, the manageable triggers are deleted. Triggers must then be created again using the appropriate SAP tools.
For the replication tools, this means that the replication for the table must start again from the beginning.

Read SAP Note 2814740

SAP Note 3255746

Unpermitted usage of ODP Data Replication APIs

The usage of RFC modules of the Operational Data Provisioning (ODP) Data Replication API is NOT permitted by SAP by customer, or third-party applications to access SAP ABAP sources (On-Premise or Cloud Private Edition)
Such modules are only intended for SAP-internal applications and may be modified at any time by SAP without notice.
Any and all problems experienced or caused by customer or third-party applications (like MS/Azure) using RFC modules of the Operational Data Provisioning (ODP) Data Replication API are at the risk of the customer and SAP is not responsible for resolving such problems.

Read SAP Note 3255746

SAP Note 2971304

SAP has not certified any supported interfaces for redo log-based replication

SAP has not certified or offered any supported interfaces in the past for redo log-based information extraction out of SAP HANA’s persistence layer (log volumes as well as log backups in files or external backup tools).
To be clear, there is no published or ever existed API for the redo-log information extraction by SAP or any similar planned functionality in the current roadmap for SAP HANA and SAP HANA Cloud!
Any solution on the market is consequently based on 3rd-party reverse engineering of redo-log (transactional log) functions of SAP HANA outside of SAP reach.

Read SAP Note 2971304

dbReplika vs. other Vendors

Feature Matrix	dbReplika	Other Vendors
1-Click replication setup	Yes	No
Low-Code / No-Code	Yes	Partially
Cost efficient	Yes	No
Usage based pricing	Low	High
Hidden follow up costs	No	Yes
Replication performance	Fast	Slow
Transfer method	Highly optimized	oData, RFC, JDBC, ODBC
S3 support	Yes	Partially
CDS View support	Yes	Partially
Custom datasource support	Yes	No
SAPI datasource support	Yes	No
ODP datasources support	Yes	Violating SAP Note 3255746
HANA DB Log usage	Not needed	Violating SAP Note 2971304
Database trigger	Not needed	Violating SAP Note 2814740
Middleware needed	Not needed	Partially needed
SSH connection needed	Not needed	Partially needed
SAP BTP Cloud	Not needed	Partially needed
SAP® Datasphere	Not needed	Partially needed
SAP Cloud connector	Not needed	Partially needed
SAP Java connector	Not needed	Partially needed
SAP JDBC / ODBC Adapter	Not needed	Partially needed
External scheduler	Optional	Partially needed
BW scheduler support	Yes	No
Databricks ETL content	Inbound Stage	None or outdated
Databricks Notebooks	Supported	Partially
Databricks Job support	Supported	Partially
Snowflake ETL content	Inbound Stage	None or outdated
Snowflake Notebooks	Supported	Partially
Snowflake Stage	Supported	Partially
Snowflake Snowpipe	Supported	Partially