What type of metrics consume DDUs based on ingestion through the API?

The correct answer addresses metrics that are specifically ingested through the Dynatrace API, which directly correlates to the consumption of Data Delivery Units (DDUs). The consumption of DDUs is primarily linked to the ingestion method; metrics that are directly introduced into Dynatrace via the API engage a different process compared to built-in or OneAgent metrics.

When metrics are ingested via the API, they are typically user-defined or application-specific metrics that a user or organization chooses to send to Dynatrace for monitoring and analysis. This model allows for greater flexibility, as businesses can track custom metrics that are pertinent to their operations without relying solely on predefined metrics.

In contrast, built-in metrics, OneAgent metrics, or cloud overview metrics are either automatically collected by Dynatrace or tied to the platform’s native capabilities, and they follow a different structure in terms of data handling and DDU consumption. Thus, understanding that API-ingested metrics are the ones specifically consuming DDUs clarifies why this answer is accurate.