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+# ⚠️ Deprecation warning ⚠️
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+This repository is deprecated. 
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+- For the base policy upload please use [the dedicated policies deployer](https://sap.github.io/cloud-identity-developer-guide/Authorization/DeployDCL.html) going foward
+- As a policy decision engine please upgrade to [our latest official client libraries](https://sap.github.io/cloud-identity-developer-guide/Authorization/GettingStarted.html#dependency-setup) which have in-memory evaluations and no longer need the sidecar provided by this buildpack
+- To get support please use [our official support channels](https://sap.github.io/cloud-identity-developer-guide/Support.html)
+
 # Buildpack User Documentation
 
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