School of Specs 23.501v20.2.0

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6.2.12 UDSF

Taught in 4. What each network function does (The 5G system architecture, in depth), 2. Who does what in the core (The 5G system architecture, overview).

The UDSF is an optional function that supports the following functionality:

  • Storage and retrieval of information as unstructured data by any NF. Notify a NF consumer if information validity has expired.
  • Timer service to any NF.

NOTE 1: Structured data in this specification refers to data for which the structure is defined in 3GPP specifications. Unstructured data refers to data for which the structure is not defined in 3GPP specifications.

NOTE 2: Deployments can choose to collocate UDSF with UDR.