Prerequisites

Review the prerequisites before you begin setting up DB2 UDB-to-SAP HANA database replication.

Make sure:
  • You are familiar with DB2 UDB and SAP HANA database.

  • You have valid licenses for Replication Server with ExpressConnect for HANA DB and Replication Server Options.

  • You have obtained the licenses for the Replication Server and the Replication Server Heterogeneous Edition.

  • DB2 UDB 9.5 or 9.7 is installed and configured to serve as the source (primary) database from which Replication Agent replicates transactions, and SAP HANA database is installed and configured as the target (replicate) database to which Replication Server with ExpressConnect for HANA DB replicates transactions.
  • TCP/IP connectivity is available between all hosts.
  • Any operating system patches required for Java have been installed.

Do not use Replication Server reserved words for object names or connection names. A complete list of reserved words is in the Replication Server Reference Manual.