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Overview of SAP System Implementation

Aug 29, 2024

SAP System Implementation Overview

Introduction

  • Class etiquette: Please mute during lectures, ask questions when allowed, and respect others.
  • Focus of today's lecture: How to open the SAP system and understand its basic settings.

Types of Projects in SAP

Overview

  • There are four main types of SAP projects:
    1. Implementation Project
    2. Supporting Project
    3. Rollout Project
    4. Enhancement Project

Implementation Project

  • Definition: Moving data from non-SAP systems (Legacy Systems) to SAP systems.
  • Example: A manufacturing company currently using various software (Tally, Salesforce, etc.) wants a unified system (SAP) for all business requirements.
  • Legacy Systems: Any software other than SAP (e.g., Tally, Salesforce).
  • Duration: Typically 1 to 2 years.

Supporting Project

  • Definition: Post-implementation support for users to resolve issues faced while using the SAP system.
  • Duration: 2 to 20 years.
  • Key Activities: Consultants assist users in resolving errors, unfreezing issues, and ensuring efficient SAP usage.

Rollout Project

  • Definition: Extending the SAP system from one country to another, adjusting for local taxation and legal requirements.
  • Example: A company operates in the US and wants to extend operations to India, requiring adjustments in SAP settings for Indian laws and currencies.
  • Duration: Usually 6 to 8 months.

Enhancement Project

  • Definition: Upgrading from a lower version of SAP to a higher version (e.g., ECC to S4/HANA).
  • Duration: 6 to 8 months.

Types of Servers in SAP

  1. Development Server: Used by consultants for configuration and initial testing.
  2. Quality Server: Used for testing configurations made in the development server.
  3. Production Server: Used by end-users for real-time data entry and reporting.

Transport Request (TR)

  • Definition: A request to move configuration data from one server to another (e.g., Development to Quality, Quality to Production).
  • Example of TR Creation: T-code SC10.

SAP Easy Access Screen

  • Components:
    • Menu Bar
    • Toolbar
    • Command Box
    • Ribbon Bar
    • SAP Menu
    • Status Bar
    • Standard Bar

Class Logistics

  • Next session: Reminder to arrange SAP server access.
  • Class timings: 8:30 AM to approximately 9:30 AM - 1.5 hours depending on the topic.
  • Recordings and materials will be shared via Google Drive; students should share their Gmail IDs for access.
  • Focus on understanding SAP concepts during class, followed by practice afterward.

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