What are the benefits of using Side-by-Side Extensibility? Note: There are 3 correct answers to this question.

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Options

• AIt can be implemented in the same software stack as the extended application.
• BIt integrates with other cloud/non-cloud solutions when using SAP Business Technology
• CPlatform Integration services.
• DIt uses a complete development platform for creating extension applications.
• EIt provides support for hybrid scenarios.

• A
  6% (3)
• B
  90% (45)
• C
  2% (1)
• D
  2% (1)

Explanation

Side-by-Side Extensibility is an SAP approach where extensions are built as separate applications on SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP), keeping the core system clean and upgrade-safe.

Why B and E are correct: B and C appear to be one answer split across two lines - together they read: "It integrates with other cloud/non-cloud solutions when using SAP Business Technology Platform Integration services." This is a core benefit: SAP BTP's Integration Suite enables Side-by-Side extensions to connect with diverse systems. E is correct because Side-by-Side extensions run independently, making them ideal for hybrid scenarios (mixing on-premise and cloud). Based on SAP documentation, D ("uses a complete development platform") is typically also correct, making the three answers B+C (as one), D, and E - the question's formatting appears to have split answer B across two lines, shifting the letter labels.

Why A is wrong: Running in the same software stack as the extended application describes In-App (on-stack) extensibility, the opposite approach - Side-by-Side specifically avoids touching the core stack.

Memory tip: Think of "Side-by-Side" as building a new house next door (separate platform = BTP), not renovating the existing one. That new house can connect to the neighborhood grid (integration), works in mixed neighborhoods (hybrid), and comes with a full construction toolkit (complete dev platform).

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