SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition for Beginners

After completing this lecture, you will be able to:

• Recognize why organizations consider moving away from legacy ERP systems to SAP S/4HANA Cloud

• Understand how multi-cloud adoption trends drive modern enterprise strategies

• Identify the urgency of ECC’s 2027 support deadline and SAP’s migration push

• Outline the overall course structure, its three main parts, and the core topics covered

• Appreciate the role of Chloe Moore and Verna in guiding you through SAP S/4HANA Cloud

• See how this course cuts through uncertainty, clarifies real-world benefits, and prepares you for implementation

After completing this lecture, you will be able to:

• Confirm that no prior SAP expertise is required to grasp the fundamentals of SAP S/4HANA Cloud

• Understand how even a basic knowledge of enterprise software or cloud technology can accelerate your learning

• Recognize the importance of aligning course insights with your organization’s operational and strategic goals

• Preview the hands-on, demo-driven approach used throughout the course, including setting up user roles and configuring business scenarios

• Learn about trial account availability, ensuring you can practice directly in SAP S/4HANA Cloud

• Connect practical course content—like managing people and roles, integrations, and data migration—to real-world applications in your own context

In this lecture, you will learn how to:

• Trace the evolution of SAP ERP from ECC to S/4HANA, and see why S/4HANA is SAP’s flagship ERP platform

• Recognize how S/4HANA Cloud differs from other SAP solutions like Business ByDesign or Business One

• Appreciate SAP’s push toward consolidating enterprise-grade features into a purely cloud-based offering

• Identify common use cases and industries that benefit most from the streamlined, always-up-to-date capabilities of S/4HANA Cloud

• Evaluate how a subscription-based SaaS model lowers barriers to entry for smaller organizations

In this lecture, you will learn how to:

• Distinguish between SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition and Private Cloud, noting the pros and cons of each

• Grasp the “clean core” concept, where core ERP remains stable while custom extensions live on the Business Technology Platform

• Understand greenfield (fresh start) vs. brownfield (system conversion) approaches, and why Public Edition typically uses greenfield

• Determine whether your organization might better fit a public multi-tenant model or a private, dedicated environment

• See how public cloud deployments accelerate time to value by leveraging pre-delivered best practices and automated updates

In this lecture, you will learn how to:

• Pinpoint the advantages of a ready-to-run ERP solution, such as streamlined deployment, cost savings, and automatic upgrades

• Explore the strategic value of two-tier ERP in large enterprises (Tier 1 at HQ, Tier 2 at subsidiaries) for global alignment

• Assess potential trade-offs in customizability, including how extensive customization might require Private Cloud or on-premise

• Examine common pain points, like cost oversight or performance optimization, and ways to mitigate them

• Recognize the mix of scenarios—small, mid-sized, and large enterprises—where S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition thrives

In this lecture, you will learn how to:

• Sign up for and activate your own SAP S/4HANA Cloud trial account, step by step

• Explore key trial features, guided tours, and sample data models designed to familiarize you with the interface

• Navigate the Trial Center to view system details, adjust settings, and track your 14-day trial period

• Understand why hands-on practice in a risk-free environment accelerates learning and builds user confidence

• Set clear goals for your trial experience, aligning test scenarios with your business or project needs

In this lecture, you will learn how to:

• Master the Fiori Launchpad with Horizon theme: arranging tiles, personalizing spaces, and streamlining daily tasks

• Explore embedded analytics, insight cards, and real-time KPIs for immediate data-driven decision-making

• Employ intuitive drag-and-drop customization to tailor the interface based on specific roles (e.g., finance vs. procurement)

• Integrate to-do lists, notifications, and workflow approvals into a coherent operational dashboard

• Appreciate how full web accessibility lets you use S/4HANA Cloud across devices and browsers

In this lecture, you will learn how to:

• Map essential business processes—Procure-to-Pay, Order-to-Cash, Core Finance, and more—within S/4HANA Cloud

• Understand built-in manufacturing capabilities for discrete and process industries, as well as quality management and R&D support

• Leverage advanced supply chain features, including embedded warehouse management, batch tracking, and serial number handling

• Realize the end-to-end value proposition: from integrated operational procurement to comprehensive service management

• See how these ready-made features align with both product-centric and service-centric business models

In this lecture, you will learn how to:

• Examine Acme Manufacturing’s real-world example of deploying S/4HANA Cloud across global operations

• Follow each critical business process—from Source-to-Settle and Plan-to-Produce to Order-to-Cash and beyond—through Acme’s lens

• Witness how each functional area (finance, production, sales, and HR) synergizes in one unified system

• Understand how the system handles complex demands like multiple currencies, global supplier management, and real-time analytics

• Extract best practices for aligning S/4HANA Cloud with your company’s unique growth objectives and industry challenges

In this lecture, you will learn how to:

• Break down the subscription-based pricing structure that shifts costs from CapEx to OpEx

• Understand the concept of Full User Equivalent (FUE) licenses and how they accommodate various user roles

• Estimate typical implementation costs relative to annual subscriptions, factoring in consultant services and fit-to-standard alignment

• Spot how data migration, custom extensions, and extensive training can influence your total cost of ownership

• Compare the cost model of S/4HANA Cloud to traditional on-premise ERP systems and understand why mid-market companies find it appealing

In this lecture, you will learn how to:

• Distinguish between 2-system (quality/production) and 3-system (development/test/production) landscapes

• Use SAP Central Business Configuration for streamlined, centralized management of scopes and settings

• Understand the role of transport requests in moving custom code, configurations, and objects through each environment

• Explore how SAP Cloud ALM helps monitor end-to-end implementation, track health checks, and coordinate deployments

• Recognize how your choice of landscape impacts flexibility, upgrade strategies, and resource requirements

In this lecture, you will learn how to:

• Plan for SAP’s biannual major releases (February and August), managing timelines and mitigating risks

• Embrace monthly continuous delivery updates for incremental enhancements, bug fixes, and security patches

• Leverage tools like the What’s New Viewer and the Release Assessment and Scope Dependency (RASD) Tool for proactive upgrade planning

• Validate new features in test systems before rolling them out in production, ensuring minimal disruption

• Balance the desire for innovation with operational stability, utilizing controlled feature activation

Explore how to navigate the Fiori Launchpad, SAP S/4HANA Cloud’s intuitive interface for daily work. Learn how to personalize your homepage with sections, tiles, and insights so that you can keep mission-critical apps, tasks, and news at your fingertips. From to-dos and news updates to spaces and pages, this lecture shows you how to make the Launchpad your own.

Learning Objectives

• Personalize the My Home page to display the apps, tasks, and insights most relevant to you

• Utilize spaces, pages, and sections to organize your workspace for various business roles or processes

• Understand the shell bar’s features—search, notifications, and user actions—to streamline everyday tasks

• Tailor your Launchpad layout (e.g., rearranging tiles, adapting insights) for a clutter-free user experience

Discover the multiple ways SAP S/4HANA Cloud supports you in-the-moment. From embedded help icons within apps to guided tours and learning packages, you’ll learn to access immediate assistance, detailed documentation, and tailored tutorials that simplify your workflow and accelerate proficiency.

Learning Objectives

• Locate help features within any app, including field-level tooltips and in-app support panels

• Use contextual help icons (blue circles) to drill into on-demand explanations of fields and functions

• Explore guided tours, how-to videos, and learning packages for step-by-step instruction

• Navigate the SAP User Assistance window for deeper documentation and cross-referenced learning materials

Master the system-wide, embedded search capability that helps you quickly find business objects (e.g., purchase orders, materials) and relevant apps. Learn shortcuts, wildcard operators, and category filters to zero in on exactly what you need—saving valuable time and boosting productivity.

Learning Objectives

• Run high-level searches for business objects (like “purchase orders”) or application tiles

• Employ wildcard characters (*, etc.) to refine search results

• Narrow results by selecting categories (Purchase Orders, Materials) in the Search In dropdown

• Open or drill into found objects directly from your search results for faster navigation

See how to narrow down large data sets using intuitive filter bars and advanced input help features. Learn to save frequently used filter criteria (views) so that you can quickly retrieve the specific data you need—whether it’s purchase orders, suppliers, or pending tasks.

Learning Objectives

• Apply wildcard searches (e.g., *45) to filter items by partial matches

• Refine results further with multiple conditions (e.g., supplier, plant, or status)

• Use “Define Conditions” to include/exclude sets of values for precise filtering

• Save filter variants as reusable views for repeated use in day-to-day operations

Automate your repetitive data entry by defining user defaults—like common plants, suppliers, or company codes. Understand how to save and switch between sets of values and see them instantly populate across different apps for maximum efficiency.

Learning Objectives

• Set up user defaults (e.g., plant 1710) in your profile settings

• Save multiple sets of default values for different scenarios or business areas

• Verify your defaults automatically appear across various apps (such as Manage Purchase Orders)

• Edit or override defaults temporarily without removing them entirely

Explore one of the most common ways SAP S/4HANA Cloud displays business data. Learn to add or hide columns, sort and group rows, apply ad-hoc filters, and manipulate the table toolbar to create new entries, copy records, or export data—giving you total control over how information is presented.

Learning Objectives

• Customize table columns through Settings, adding or removing attributes like order date or status

• Sort, filter, and group data to highlight the most critical information (e.g., by supplier)

• Perform row-level actions (copy, delete) directly within the table

• Save table configurations as variants for consistent reporting or analysis

Handle large, complex datasets in grid tables with effortless scrolling, advanced selection options, and detailed row expansions. Discover how to optimize grid views, copy data to your clipboard, and toggle full-screen modes for a more comfortable review of extensive records.

Learning Objectives

• Differentiate between grid tables and standard tables, particularly for large or wide datasets

• Resize columns, sort by columns, and filter rows for deeper data analysis

• Expand entries to show hidden details or extended attributes

• Perform bulk actions (select all, copy, etc.) while navigating large lists

Add relevant documents—like checklists or contracts—to your transactions. Whether it’s a purchase order or project record, learn how to upload, download, and remove attachments right within SAP S/4HANA Cloud to keep all related files in one easy-to-find place.

Learning Objectives

• Attach files (e.g., .xlsx, .pdf) to business objects (like purchase orders) for cohesive recordkeeping

• Download existing attachments without leaving the S/4HANA Cloud interface

• Delete outdated or incorrect attachments to maintain accurate documentation

• Understand how attachments are stored and how they count toward your subscription storage allocation

Dive into dedicated object pages that centralize all information about a specific entity—like a purchase order, customer, or material. Discover how to navigate related sections (items, supplier data, etc.) and jump to relevant apps without losing context.

Learning Objectives

• Open the Object Page for any chosen entity (material, purchase order) and view associated details

• Navigate to deeper sections, such as linked purchase orders or supplier info, for robust insight

• Save frequently accessed object pages as custom tiles on your Launchpad

• Use “Related Apps” menus to jump between connected transactions and keep your context intact

Perform real business tasks—creating purchase orders, editing invoice details, tracking deliveries—through streamlined transactional apps. This lecture walks you through a typical end-to-end process, emphasizing how to enter data efficiently and leverage system prompts.

Learning Objectives

• Create new transactions (e.g., purchase orders) by specifying supplier data, items, and delivery details

• Use “Add from Document” to copy existing entries for quicker order generation

• Attach relevant files or set item limits within the same transactional flow

• Submit completed transactions, verify confirmations, and address system messages or warnings

Visualize complex data sets as bar charts, line graphs, or pie charts to pinpoint trends and anomalies in your business processes. Learn to toggle hybrid modes (chart + table), filter data visually, and seamlessly maximize or export charts for presentations and deeper dives.

Learning Objectives

• Switch between chart modes (bar, line, pie) to match data with the best visualization

• Apply dimension/measure settings, zoom in/out, and incorporate a legend for clarity

• Work in hybrid view to correlate chart elements with row-level data in real-time

• Navigate to related apps or details from chart elements for a fully integrated analysis

Discover the classic, waterfall-style approach to deploying SAP through the Accelerated SAP (ASAP) methodology. From initial cost and scope planning to final go-live support, you’ll see how ASAP structures each implementation phase—covering configuration, custom development, data migration, and testing. You’ll also learn how multi-wave rollouts can minimize risk and optimize resources for complex or multinational projects.

Learning Objectives

• Map the core phases of ASAP—Project Preparation, Realization, Testing, Final Preparation, Go-Live, and Post-Go-Live Support

• Recognize how configuration aligns SAP’s out-of-the-box functionality with existing business processes

• Evaluate the impact of customizations on project timelines, complexity, and future upgrades

• Understand different testing methodologies (unit, integration, user acceptance, and performance) for SAP implementations

• Explore best practices for cutover strategies and phased rollouts to multiple company locations

Learn a modern, agile-based approach to SAP deployment with the SAP Activate methodology—tailored for fast-paced S/4HANA Cloud projects. By structuring the project into six phases (Discover, Prepare, Explore, Realize, Deploy, and Run), SAP Activate streamlines fit-to-standard analysis, iterative configuration, and ongoing optimization. Discover how best practices and team engagement ensure a smoother implementation that delivers value swiftly.

Learning Objectives

• Identify the six phases of SAP Activate and the key deliverables in each

• Compare the fit-to-standard methodology with heavy customization, appreciating the advantages of leveraging SAP Best Practices

• Implement iterative testing and user feedback loops to refine configurations more efficiently

• Grasp the importance of early user involvement, including superuser participation and dedicated team allocations

• Ensure continuous improvement through regular monitoring, regression testing, and solution enhancements in the Run phase

Explore how the Digital Discovery Assessment (DDA) lays the groundwork for a successful SAP S/4HANA Cloud project. Through high-level and detailed evaluations, you’ll see how DDA helps pinpoint your business’s functional requirements, localization needs, and potential gaps. This lecture clarifies why scoping is your project’s “architectural blueprint” and how it guides priorities and phased rollouts.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the purpose and structure of the Digital Discovery Assessment, including Quick Qualification and Detailed Discovery

• Prioritize essential processes and decide which functionalities to implement in early vs. later phases

• Map your organization’s requirements to SAP S/4HANA Cloud’s out-of-the-box capabilities, minimizing unnecessary custom development

• Use assessment results (PDF reports) to guide solution design, define scope items, and prepare for the SAP Activate Prepare phase

• Recognize the differences between Finance-led ERP and Operational ERP scope for S/4HANA Public Cloud projects

Dive into RISE with SAP, a comprehensive offering that packages software, infrastructure, and transformation tools into a single subscription model—particularly suited for businesses migrating ECC or other complex landscapes to the cloud. See how migration apps, the Business Technology Platform, and business networks enhance your cloud adoption strategy while enabling continuous optimization.

Learning Objectives

• Understand how RISE bundles core S/4HANA, infrastructure, and key transformation services in one contract

• Explore migration tools like the Readiness Check and Custom Code Migration App for a smoother ECC-to-S/4HANA transition

• Leverage credits for SAP Business Technology Platform to develop, integrate, or extend solutions without modifying the S/4HANA core

• Connect with external partners via Ariba Network, Asset Intelligence Network, or Logistics Business Network for streamlined collaboration

• Adopt Business Process Intelligence insights to identify improvement opportunities and speed up continuous innovation

Uncover how GROW with SAP supports small and mid-sized businesses looking for a fresh, cloud-first ERP deployment. With quicker timelines, out-of-the-box best practices, and training resources, GROW with SAP accelerates implementation for companies looking to tap into S/4HANA Public Cloud functionalities without extensive on-premise baggage.

Learning Objectives

• Differentiate GROW’s two editions (base and premium) and their respective capabilities for financial and operational needs

• Identify the target audience—greenfield adopters seeking a rapid, cost-effective S/4HANA Cloud rollout

• Integrate SAP Business Technology Platform, RPA tools, and business networks (like Ariba) for a more holistic solution

• Contrast GROW with RISE, noting how each fits either new-to-SAP customers (GROW) or existing ECC migration scenarios (RISE)

• Leverage included learning resources and best practices to enable quick system adoption and accelerate business growth

Learn how SAP S/4HANA Cloud uses Identity and Access Management (IAM) to ensure each user has exactly the right access at the right time. We’ll explore the concept of role-based access control, time-dependent permissions, and advanced tools like Identity Access Governance (IAG) for large-scale management. Understand how balancing security and user-friendliness safeguards your ERP system while empowering employees to do their jobs effectively.

Learning Objectives

• Recognize how IAM acts as a “security doorman,” controlling who can access specific apps and data

• Differentiate between role-based access control and more granular, time-dependent permissions

• Understand how tools like IAG automate role assignments and approvals for large organizations

• Learn to generate reports to detect conflicts of interest or unused roles

• Balance security requirements and user efficiency to maintain a safe yet agile work environment

Watch a hands-on walkthrough of how to assign a pre-configured business role (e.g., Administrator) to a user in SAP S/4HANA Cloud. By granting specific roles, you’ll see how to control app visibility on the Fiori Launchpad and ensure users only access the tools they need. Gain confidence in using the “Maintain Business Users” app for seamless role assignment.

Learning Objectives

• Navigate the “Maintain Business Users” app to locate and update user profiles

• Assign pre-configured business roles (such as BR_ADMINISTRATOR) to grant required system access

• Understand how role assignments shape the apps visible on the user’s Fiori Launchpad

• Recognize the importance of refreshing the browser and verifying changes take effect

• Confirm user authorizations for administrative tasks in the SAP S/4HANA environment

Design a custom business role from a template and link it to a personalized launchpad space and page. Explore how to tailor the Fiori Launchpad’s look and feel by grouping relevant apps and restricting unneeded content. You’ll finish with a streamlined interface that matches each user’s daily responsibilities.

Learning Objectives

• Create new business roles from predefined templates (e.g., SAP_BR_BUSINESS_PROCESS_SPEC)

• Assign unrestricted or restricted access categories for read/write permissions

• Build a custom launchpad page and configure it to display only relevant apps

• Integrate your new page into a custom space for a seamless Fiori Launchpad experience

• Understand how to save, refresh, and verify that all role and page configurations are active

Learn how to structure teams and subteams within SAP S/4HANA Cloud, assign responsibilities, and control who can do what. Similar to forming a project group, you’ll see how to create a main team and then branch out with specialized subteams, ensuring each member has the exact functions needed for their role.

Learning Objectives

• Use the “Manage Teams and Responsibilities” app to form core teams in SAP S/4HANA Cloud

• Link each team to specific responsibilities (e.g., a location or plant) for clearly scoped work

• Add users as team members and assign functional roles that control their actions

• Create subteams for specialized tasks, inheriting high-level ownership from the main team

• Validate the team hierarchy and membership structure for smooth daily operations

Streamline user onboarding by creating multiple business users in bulk. You’ll learn to validate launchpad spaces, batch-import new employees with CSV files, and assign each person a role that dictates which SAP apps they can access. Perfect for Fit-to-Standard workshops or large-scale rollouts where new user creation must be both fast and accurate.

Learning Objectives

• Verify that relevant launchpad spaces are assigned to each role (avoiding empty or missing tiles)

• Bulk-create new users using the “Manage Workforce” app and CSV file imports

• Assign default or specialized roles to newly created users, ensuring correct authorizations

• Troubleshoot import issues by reviewing logs and adjusting CSV formats or delimiters

• Confirm that each new user can log in and see the correct apps aligned with their position

Fine-tune user access in SAP S/4HANA Cloud by restricting data to specific regions, company codes, or business objects. Follow along as we create a new business role for a Germany-based project manager, limiting their visibility to only the relevant geographical or functional areas. This ensures tight data security and a clutter-free user experience.

Learning Objectives

• Create a new role from a predefined template and configure restricted (vs. unrestricted) access

• Adjust Read and Value Help permissions so users only see data specific to their region (e.g., DE)

• Explore how restrictions impact associated apps in the Business Catalogs tab

• Assign the role to a user and confirm that only relevant data and functions appear in their Fiori Launchpad

• Enforce principle of least privilege by refining user privileges at a granular level

Engage key business leaders and process owners in collaborative workshops to match SAP’s preconfigured processes to your company’s needs. Learn how these guided sessions minimize costly customizations by encouraging adoption of standard best practices, focusing resources on strategic gaps that truly require extensions.

Learning Objectives

• Conduct structured workshops using the SAP Best Practices Explorer as a discussion framework

• Demo standard processes (e.g., purchase order creation) to illustrate SAP’s out-of-the-box functionality

• Document gaps or required changes in a backlog for future action (configuration tweaks, extensions, or adopting new workflows)

• Assess whether adjusting internal business procedures can eliminate the need for heavier customizations

• Encourage cross-functional collaboration to facilitate stakeholder buy-in and project ownership

Delve into SAP Signavio Process Navigator, a central hub for visualizing end-to-end business processes and accessing relevant scope items, test scripts, and setup instructions. Understand how integrated SAP Best Practices help reduce guesswork in designing robust, modern ERP workflows.

Learning Objectives

• Navigate the SAP Signavio Process Navigator to locate solution scenarios (e.g., order-to-cash, procure-to-pay)

• Connect best practice flows with organizational requirements and incorporate them into project scoping

• Utilize pre-built test scripts, BPMN process diagrams, and setup instructions for streamlined configuration

• Explain how business processes like finance, HR, or manufacturing are organized in SAP Best Practices Explorer

• Apply a fit-to-standard mindset, leveraging standard content and minimal extensions for agile implementations

Learn how to tailor SAP S/4HANA Cloud with minimal fuss using SAP Central Business Configuration (CBC) tools and best practice scope items. You’ll see how to define an organizational structure, set up business scenarios, and adopt standard processes that meet your operational needs.

Learning Objectives

• Scope your solution accurately, selecting relevant countries, industries, and pre-delivered SAP scenarios

• Use SAP Central Business Configuration to plan deployment phases and track project milestones

• Adapt standard setup to include new entities (plants, sales orgs, purchasing orgs) or adjust existing ones

• Deploy mandatory and optional configurations while preserving standard processes for continuous updates

• Verify each step via real-time system checks and readiness validations before moving to production

Dive deeper into CBC’s end-to-end project flow. See how the Project Experience app shepherds you from evaluation to go-live, offering scoping tools, team management features, and integration with other project apps. Gain the confidence to manage an S/4HANA Cloud project from one centralized location.

Learning Objectives

• Understand CBC’s phased approach (scoping, configuration, deployment) for structured cloud implementations

• Access the Project Experience app to track progress, view tasks, and manage milestones across evaluation and implementation projects

• Coordinate team roles, assigning tasks to project managers, key users, and IT specialists with appropriate permissions

• Configure essential organization structures and processes using step-by-step CBC activities

• Monitor system readiness, ensuring each milestone is properly tested and approved before final deployment

Streamline document creation and distribution in SAP S/4HANA Cloud through output management. From invoices and purchase orders to labels and shipping notes, discover how Adobe Forms, delivery channels, and business rules combine to produce professional, compliant documentation at scale.

Learning Objectives

• Configure output parameter settings to customize delivery channels (email, print, EDI) per region or partner

• Design professional layouts with Adobe Forms, embedding branding or regional-specific data

• Automate recurring outputs, such as purchase order emails or billing PDFs, to reduce manual intervention

• Monitor and troubleshoot document issues using SAP’s real-time status tracking tools

• Maintain compliance with local regulations (e.g., tax invoice formats) for each market or country

Discover the Manage Your Solution app to configure, test, and maintain your SAP S/4HANA Cloud environment. Learn how to access pre-scripted test plans, migrate data effectively, and keep track of changes—all while leveraging SAP Best Practices to ensure a stable baseline.

Learning Objectives

• Explore the Manage Your Solution overview to configure scope items, test processes, and view solution scope

• Access existing test plans or create new ones, validating configured processes against SAP Best Practices

• Import legacy data through structured migration objects for a seamless handover from older systems

• Navigate solution scope views to understand which business processes are implemented or optional

• Document changes and updates, ensuring an auditable record of configuration or organizational modifications

Unlock deeper configuration steps with Configure Your Solution. This lecture explains how to adapt standard setups in finance, sales, or logistics. You’ll see how to confirm mandatory Self-Service Configuration UIs, preserve best practice flows, and reference the SAP Activate roadmap viewer for a structured project approach.

Learning Objectives

• Filter configuration items by application area (e.g., finance, production) for quick navigation

• Adjust key fields (e.g., interest lock reasons, delivery blocking reasons) in the Web GUI and Fiori SSCUIs

• Track mandatory vs. recommended SSCUIs, confirming each before deployment

• Reference the SAP Activate roadmap for best practice timing and recommended deliverables

• Incorporate help documentation or in-app instructions for context-sensitive guidance

Learn how to modify and expand the default enterprise structure within SAP S/4HANA Cloud. You’ll create or update company codes, sales orgs, and plants to match your actual business needs—plus see how to link them in the hierarchy for accurate transaction processing.

Learning Objectives

• Identify the key organizational elements needed to support your finance, sales, and procurement workflows

• Create and copy new entities (e.g., sales org, shipping points) from existing defaults

• Assign relationships between units (e.g., link shipping points to plants) for end-to-end process flow

• Navigate the hierarchical view to manage top-level and sub-level org units without confusion

• Validate final changes, ensuring each new entity aligns with best practice standards for data consistency

Delve deeper into the “how” of custom ABAP or extended logic for specialized needs. Learn the guardrails of SAP S/4HANA Cloud’s developer extensibility, ensuring your code enhancements remain upgrade-safe while delivering the advanced functionality your organization demands.

Learning Objectives

• Recognize why direct source-code changes are disallowed in multi-tenant S/4HANA Cloud

• Use developer extensibility tools (e.g., SAP Business Application Studio) to create robust custom logic

• Implement specialized algorithms (like custom pricing or unique tax calculations) without disrupting core processes

• Validate extensibility objects via standardized upgrade checks, preventing breakages after patches

• Balance advanced custom code with best practice adoption to minimize project risk

Follow Acme Manufacturing’s journey as they integrate SAP S/4HANA Cloud with a full suite of SAP applications—from Concur and SuccessFactors to Ariba, Hybris, SAP Analytics Cloud, and Fieldglass. Gain real-world insights into how seamless integration boosts efficiency across finance, HR, procurement, logistics, and more.

Learning Objectives

• Trace Acme’s end-to-end business processes (e.g., expense management, supplier sourcing) across integrated SAP modules

• Examine how each application (Concur, SuccessFactors, Ariba) reduces manual effort and streamlines data flow

• Combine analytics (SAP Analytics Cloud) with operational data to drive informed decision-making

• Understand the synergy of unified master data and automated workflows across diverse functional areas

• Replicate best practice integration patterns for your own multi-application SAP ecosystem

Witness a step-by-step guide on creating communication users, systems, and arrangements in SAP S/4HANA Cloud to enable specific integration scenarios (e.g., Situation Handling). By following SAP Best Practices, you’ll see how to authenticate inbound connections and activate robust cross-system processes.

Learning Objectives

• Document each step using official SAP Best Practices or set-up instructions from the SAP Process Navigator

• Create and manage communication users for secure data exchange (authentication)

• Configure a dedicated communication system (like a “bridge”) that ties into your integration scenario

• Activate scenario-specific settings in the Communication Arrangements app (e.g., SAP_COM_0345)

• Troubleshoot existing arrangements if they prevent new set-ups, ensuring a clean environment for final testing

Migrating legacy data is a foundational step in ensuring that your SAP S/4HANA Cloud system is set up for success. This session covers how to evaluate data quality, map legacy formats to SAP structures, and execute migration efficiently using the SAP Migration Cockpit. You’ll also learn best practices for data cleansing, validation, and testing to ensure a seamless transition.

Learning Objectives

• Assess legacy data to determine relevance, accuracy, and completeness before migration

• Map legacy data structures to SAP S/4HANA Cloud formats for seamless integration

• Use the SAP Migration Cockpit for structured, guided data migration

• Validate migration results in a test environment to identify and resolve errors early

• Apply data cleansing strategies to remove duplicates, standardize formats, and eliminate outdated records

Before migrating data, you need the correct user roles and permissions. This session walks through the process of assigning migration-specific roles, ensuring data access, and validating migration object requirements.

Learning Objectives

• Assign the necessary roles and permissions for data migration activities

• Identify object-specific migration requirements, such as Cash Manager roles for financial data

• Navigate the SAP Help Portal to find detailed migration object documentation

• Confirm access settings by testing authorization in SAP S/4HANA Cloud

Learn how to execute a structured migration using the SAP Migration Cockpit. This demo guides you through creating a migration project, populating templates, and performing the data load while ensuring accuracy.

Learning Objectives

• Create a migration project and select relevant migration objects

• Download and populate migration templates with structured data

• Upload data into the staging tables and perform consistency checks

• Simulate a migration to verify mappings and identify potential errors

• Execute a live migration and monitor data transfer success

After migration, verifying data accuracy is critical. This session explores how to use SAP applications like Manage Banks to confirm that the migrated data matches expectations.

Learning Objectives

• Use SAP applications to verify migrated data

• Filter and search for specific data entries to confirm successful migration

• Cross-check migration results against legacy system records for accuracy

• Report and resolve discrepancies to maintain data integrity

Testing ensures that SAP S/4HANA Cloud functions as intended before go-live. Learn how to develop a structured testing strategy, including test automation, regression testing, and user acceptance testing (UAT).

Learning Objectives

• Define a test strategy that includes functional, regression, and UAT testing

• Leverage SAP Test Automation Tool to automate and streamline testing

• Conduct regression tests to validate system stability after updates

• Implement user acceptance testing (UAT) for real-world scenario validation

• Use SAP Cloud ALM to track test cases, assign responsibilities, and document results

Learn how to copy and customize SAP’s standard test automation scripts to fit your organization’s needs.

Learning Objectives

• Access the Manage Your Test Processes app to locate and modify test cases

• Copy a standard SAP test process and customize steps for business needs

• Add UI-based test steps to expand test coverage

• Validate and integrate the customized test case into automated testing workflows

Automated testing requires a dedicated test user. This session walks through configuring a test account to execute and validate test scenarios efficiently.

Learning Objectives

• Set up a test user with appropriate access and credentials

• Configure the test user for execution of business process tests

• Validate user setup by running test simulations

• Ensure the test user meets compliance and security requirements

A structured test plan organizes test execution and validation. This demo shows how to create a new test plan and link it to customized test processes.

Learning Objectives

• Develop a structured test plan with predefined test cases

• Assign test cases to specific business scenarios for focused validation

• Prioritize critical business processes for targeted testing

• Save and manage test plans within SAP Cloud ALM

Post-upgrade testing (PUT) ensures system stability after SAP releases updates. Learn how to provide consent so SAP can conduct automated validation.

Learning Objectives

• Enable post-upgrade testing to automate system checks after updates

• Review SAP’s standard business process tests for PUT eligibility

• Navigate SAP Cloud ALM to monitor upgrade-related test results

• Revoke or modify PUT settings as needed for future releases

A successful SAP implementation depends on user adoption. This session explores training strategies to ensure users confidently navigate SAP S/4HANA Cloud.

Learning Objectives

• Develop role-based training programs tailored to different user groups

• Use SAP Enable Now for real-time, in-context guidance

• Incorporate interactive elements like quizzes and hands-on exercises

• Encourage continuous learning through SAP Learning Hub and internal workshops

Once live, SAP S/4HANA Cloud requires ongoing monitoring, updates, and security management. Learn best practices for system operations.

Learning Objectives

• Monitor system performance using SAP Cloud ALM

• Analyze process efficiency to identify workflow bottlenecks

• Manage release updates and regression testing

• Implement security best practices, including role-based access control

SAP Cloud ALM is the cloud-based replacement for SAP Solution Manager, providing lifecycle management for both implementation and operations.

Learning Objectives

• Differentiate between SAP Solution Manager and SAP Cloud ALM

• Use Cloud ALM for project management, testing, and system monitoring

• Monitor integration workflows between SAP and non-SAP applications

• Request a Cloud ALM tenant and access demo environments for practice

SAP for Me consolidates all critical SAP information, from system provisioning to support case tracking. Learn how to navigate this essential portal.

Learning Objectives

• Access SAP for Me to view system health, licensing, and support details

• Customize dashboards to display relevant business insights

• Use self-service features for license provisioning and service requests

• Integrate SAP for Me with SAP Cloud ALM for enhanced system visibility

SAP Process Insights helps businesses analyze and optimize their end-to-end workflows by providing data-driven recommendations, process flow analysis, and performance benchmarks. This session explores how to leverage Process Insights to identify inefficiencies, detect blockers, and implement targeted improvements in SAP S/4HANA Cloud.

Learning Objectives

• Understand how SAP Process Insights provides real-time diagnostics for business processes

• Analyze process flows using the System Collector feature to identify inefficiencies

• Evaluate lead times, order types, and process deviations to detect bottlenecks

• Leverage key performance indicators (KPIs) such as automation rates, backlogs, and exceptions

• Apply system-generated recommendations for process improvements and automation

• Use innovation recommendations to integrate advanced SAP functionalities like SAP Build Process Automation