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J2EE/JMX Agent for SAP NetWeaver

Java Management Extensions (JMX) is a technology that provides a series of instruments for handling and monitoring applications, devices and networks.

The Automation EngineThis component drives an Automation Engine system and consists of different types of server processes. provides a JMX agentA program that enables the de-centralized execution of processes (such as deployments) on target systems (computers or business solutions) or a service that provides connectivity to a target system (such as for databases or middleware). An agent is also an object type in the Automation Engine. [Formerly called "Executor."] See also: host that can be used to integrate Java applications into enterprise-wide processes. Connections are established via an MBean Server and several functions provide access to these MBeans.

SAP NetWeaver's standard supply contains more than 1600 MBeans that can directly be handled. Java does not require predefined proprietary "jobs". No Scheduler is required within Java because AE takes over this functionPre-defined run book template in the Automation Engine. One single step only, e.g. Start Windows Service, Copy file,…. Due to this standard, this function is also executable on Java sources of other vendors. A Requirements Checklist in the documentation provides information about all supported applicationAn application is a software which helps a user to fulfill specific tasks. In the context of ARA see also: Application entity. servers.

AE Script elements can be used to register, listShows entities in a grid view and remove MBeans. MBean functions can be called, and attributes and information can be read and set.

The Job objectAutomation Engine controlled activities and processes are structured in the form of objects. See also: Task's Form tabprovides a graphical interface in which all functions are available.

 

See also:

Form (JMX) tab
About the JMX JCL

 

 


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