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Unit 1: Introduction

Figure 16: System View

Each system shows a hierarchy of objects visible to this user.

The catalog consists of one or several schemas, each containing a set of database objects,
such as database tables and database views.
The content contains models, which are specific objects that allow optimized access to the
database tables. Part of these models are SAP HANA views and database procedures. SAP
HANA views and database procedures are arranged in content packages, which are similar to
ABAP packages, as they group objects that logically belong together.

Systems – Access to SAP HANA Server

Figure 17: Connecting to an SAP HANA Database

To connect to an SAP HANA system and see the corresponding catalog and content, use the
Systems view, and the context menu item Add System .
To add a system, you need the following:

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