The Cloud Connector links SAP BTP (including SAP Integration Suite) to on-premise systems. Let’s determine the connection type:
Step 1: Cloud Connector Role- It securely connects SAP BTP to on-premise SAP systems (e.g., ECC, S/4HANA) for API or integration scenarios.
Step 2: API Provider Context- In SAP API Management, an API provider defines the backend system’s endpoint. For an on-premise SAP system, the Cloud Connector acts as a proxy.
Step 3: Evaluate Options-
A. On-premise: Correct, as the Cloud Connector is designed for on-premise systems, tunneling requests from BTP to the backend.
B. Internet: Used for public APIs, not on-premise systems requiring secure access.
C. Cloud Integration: Refers to the suite itself, not a connection type.
D. Open Connectors: For third-party cloud apps, not SAP on-premise systems.
Step 4: Configuration- In the API provider setup, you select "On-Premise" and link it to a Cloud Connector instance.
Step 5: Official Source- The SAP Help Portal’s "Configuring Cloud Connector" and "API Provider Management" sections confirm "On-premise" as the type for SAP backend systems.
Conclusion: Option A is the verified answer.References:
SAP Help Portal: "Configuring Cloud Connector" (SAP BTP)
SAP Help Portal: "API Provider Management" (SAP API Management)
