What should be done during a non-automatic update in SAP HANA Transport Container?

During a non-automatic update in SAP HANA Transport Container, taking a manual snapshot before release is vital for maintaining the integrity and consistency of the transported objects. A manual snapshot serves as a backup point in time for the state of your transport unit. In the context of non-automatic updates, it allows you to capture the configuration and data exactly as they are before any changes are applied. This ensures that if any issues arise during the update process, you can revert to this snapshot and mitigate potential data loss or corruption.

Additionally, this practice aligns with best practices in change management, as it provides a safety net to maintain stability within your development and production environments. Having a manual snapshot ensures that your transport contents can be accurately restored if needed, facilitating a smoother transition and minimizing downtime associated with transport issues.

In contrast, the other options such as changing the Delta Container automatically or refreshing the container content automatically are not relevant to a non-automatic update process, which specifically entails changes managed manually. Releasing units without any snapshots would compromise the ability to restore changes effectively, and would not be advisable in a best practice scenario, further highlighting the importance of taking a manual snapshot during the update process.