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Component documentation Database Manager CLI Locate the document in the library structure

Purpose

You use the Database Manager CLI database tool to manage database instances. The tool allows you to create, monitor, back up, and restore database instances.

The Database Manager CLI is a command line tool and can be used on all operating systems supported by the database system. The program is suitable for both interactive and background operation.

Implementation Considerations

The Database Manager CLI is included in the MaxDB software. See the Download section in Concepts of the Database System and the Installation Manual documentation for information on where to find the MaxDB software and how to install it.

For more information about the database system, see Concepts of the Database System. For quick access to all documentation and an explanation of the most important terms, use the alphabetical Glossary.

Integration

You can use various programming languages to access the functions of the Database Manager CLI. You can, for example, use DBM commands to create your own programs for managing your database instances automatically.

Programming Interfaces

Programming Language

Module

Documentation

Java

powertoys.DBM

JDBC Manual

Perl

SAP::DBTech::dbm

Perl Manual

Python

sdb.dbm

Python Manual

Features

Functions of the Database Manager CLI

Command Reference for Working with the Database Manager CLI

Overview of All DBM Commands

Note

The database tool Database Manager GUI has similar features to the Database Manager CLI but has a different user interface.

 

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