Database Manager CLI 
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
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.
You
will find detailed examples for selected tasks for administering database
instances using the Database Manager CLI in the Database
Administration Tutorial.
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 |
|
Perl |
SAP::DBTech::dbm |
|
Python |
sdb.dbm |
Features
How the Database Manager CLI Works
Command Reference for Working with the Database Manager CLI
The database tool Database Manager GUI has similar features to the Database Manager CLI but has a different user interface.