SAP is an enterprise application

software (EAS) suite that can

be used to manage Enterprise
Resources Planning (ERP) - this
means that it helps organizations
integrate different business units
and partners. SAP offers businesses
a unified platform to handle diverse
databases.
What is SAP?

SAP stands for Systems Applications and Products in Data Processing.

SAP, by definition, is also name of the ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)
software as well the name of the company.

SAP Software was Founded in 1972at walldarf in Germany by Former

Engineersof IBM company , Wellenreuther, Hopp, Hector, Plattner, and
Tschira.
SAP system consists of a number of fully integrated modules, which covers
virtually every aspect of business management.
SAP is #1 in the ERP market. As of 2010, SAP has more than 140,000
installations worldwide, over 25 industry-specific business solutions and more
than 75,000 customers in 120 countries
Other Competitive products of SAP Software in the market are Oracle,
Microsoft Dynamics, etc
The ERP software market grew 10% to a global market value of
$35 billion in 2018.” It also notes that “digital business changes
the way an organization deals with customers, suppliers, partners,
internal processes and employee engagement — all of which are
supported by ERP, thus driving ERP upgrades and/or
replacements.”
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How many customers does SAP have?

SAP is the third largest independent software supplier in the world with
more than 12 million users, 221,000 installations worldwide, more than
2,500 SAP partners, over 25 industry-specific business solutions, and more
than 51,200 customers in 195 countries.J

What industries use SAP?

SAP ERP is used in Industries related to retail, insurance, public sector, oil &
gas, media, utilities, plant maintenance and various lines of businesses like
R&D engineering, commodity management, finance, multi banking, service ,
Braveries, real state, IOT, AI, Cloud, ML, and HCM.
SAP good company to work for?
SAP Labs (SLI) is a great company to work for. It's work culture, employee-centric
organization has ensured that it always has a spot in the top 5 Best Places to Work For in
India. It is a growing organization that values the lives of its employees a lot. Free Food,
except breakfast

Which is the best SAP module to get job?

Top 5 highest paying SAP modules

SAP S/4HANA (High-Performance Analytic Appliance) ...
SAP ECC FI (Financial Accounting and controlling) ...
SAP SCM (Supply Chain Management) ...
SAP HCM (Human Capital Management)
SAP ABAP (ABAP advance business application programming )
 Is SAP a good career?

SAP itself is great platform but only for experienced people and lucky ones and it is
still the market leader in ERP segment and will remain so for many years. Anyone
who wishes to get in SAP, please do it, if you are lucky and hard working, you will
have a great career.

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Is SAP a good career option?

SAP is definitely a good option for a long lasting and fulfilling career. As an IT
fresher, ABAP (Technical module) is the best bet. Do not waste your time any
further thinking about the other module (HANA, FICO) as they are not
recommended for IT fresher's.
 Is SAP a big company?

SAP Company Information

SAP is the market leader in enterprise application software,
helping companies of all sizes and in all industries run at their best: 77% of the
world's transaction revenue touches an SAP system.

What is the salary after SAP?

You can work as a SAP Basis administrator, SAP ABAP Programmer or as a SAP
FICO Consultant. According to Payscale India, the median salary for SAP consultant is
RS 6,00,000 per annum. After gaining some experience, you can increase this to just
double, i.e Rs. 12,000,00 per annum
What is the fees of SAP?

FEE Structure for SAP Certification

The fee structures are of local training institutes around 3.5 lakhs to
4 lakh

Which module is best in SAP?

Top 7 High In-Demand SAP Modules in 2019:

ECC FI. Controlling This module deals in managing the financial transactions
within the enterprise. ...
SAP HR/HCM. ...
SAP SCM (Supply Chain Management) ...
SAP NetWeaver. ...
SAP BI. ...
SAP HANA. ...
SD MM.
How long it will take to learn SAP?

Courses like Basis Administration requires 60 days, Sales and Distribution can be
completed in just 25 days while Material Management can be done in 10-25 days.
and FICO modules 60days In general, any full time SAP course will last somewhere
between 8 weeks to 12 week

Who can do SAP training?

Eligibility for a SAP

There are no specific requirements for a SAP certification. Applicants need to be
graduates (BTech, B.Sc. or B.Com graduates can benefit more) or have a Master's
degree. Computer knowledge and a little knowledge in the area which you want
to do the SAP course will be a big plus.
Which is Best SAP Module for Me?

Since graduation, we all are excited and fascinated about working in a niche field.
By the time we settle with our job, we start hunting for better career opportunities
& prospects. We are always in a dilemma of whether to switch a job or
upgrade skills required for the most sought after career.
Of all the professional certifications, SAP certification is considered as most valued
and has proved its worth to thousands of SAP consultants who are working across
the globe.
Having worked with many career consultants, I have come across some typical
questions that every SAP aspirant has in his mind. The most basic question is –
How to choose a right SAP module to become a successful consultant?
Things to consider before choosing the best SAP module:
•Educational qualification
•Domain experience
•Career goals
SAP has various modules that suit every aspect of the industry. The process
understanding between SAP end user and SAP consultants often become difficult
and time consuming due to lack of domain knowledge and inadequate experience.
So, the educational aspect is important in thinking how to choose SAP module.
Let’s have a look at different SAP modules and the associated career paths in
them.
Professional experience or educational background needed for relevant SAP ERP module

Business Process Knowledge,

SAP ERP Component Educational Background or
Professional Experience
FI Accounts
CO Finance
Procurement, logistics or
MM supply chain management
(SCM)
SD Sales and marketing
Production and operations
PP management, Engineering
degree in any discipline
Maintenance management,
PM Engineering degree in any
discipline
Logistics or supply chain
QM management (SCM)
Project management including
PS PMP certification
Human resources
HCM management
Computer science or computer
BASIS engineering
Computer science or computer
ABAP engineering
Why do businesses use SAP?

It provides information across all departments in real time. SAP ERP system provides
control on different business processes. The centralized system enhances
productivity, provides better inventory management, endorses quality, decreases raw
material cost, effective HR management, reduce expenses and enhances profits

Why is SAP needed?

Key benefits of the centralized system are:

It eliminates the duplication, discontinuity, and redundancy in data. Provides
information across departments in real time. SAP System provides control over various
business processes. ... Hence, a centralized enterprise management system is required.
Why do you want to work at SAP?

SAP empowers people and organizations to work together more efficiently and use
business insight more effectively. SAP applications and services enable our customers to
operate profitably, adapt continuously, and grow sustainably.

Why is SAP better than others?

Simultaneously, in SAP the implementation time is shorter than its equivalent which also
enables faster success. 6. As Compared to other ERP Systems SAP Needs Fewer
Customization: SAP has various innovative functionalities compared to other ERP system or
other software.
What is the work in SAP?

The SAP R/3 system is a business software package designed to integrate all areas of a
business. It provides end to end solutions for financials, manufacturing, logistics,
distribution etc. All business processes are executed in one SAP system and sharing
common information with everyone
What does SAP required mean?

That means that this job requires that applicants have had practical contact with
an SAP application. SAP experience means to have not only theoretical knowledge
about SAP applications but must include practical know-how

What is SAP life cycle?

A full life cycle implementation for a company means that suppose a company want to
Implement SAP in their organization then the process start form requirement gathering,
analysis, solution design, mapping, Implementing. For this entire development there are
some phases like: Project preparation. Business blueprint.

What is ASAP in SAP?

1- What is ASAP Methodology? ASAP stands for Accelerated SAP. Its purpose is to help
design SAP implementation in the most efficient manner possible. Its goal is to
effectively optimize time, people, quality and other resources, using a proven
methodology to implementation
What is the work in SAP?

The SAP R/3 system is a business software package designed to integrate all areas of a
business. It provides end to end solutions for financials, manufacturing, logistics,
distribution etc. All business processes are executed in one SAP system and sharing
common information with everyone.

Is it easy to learn SAP?

Is it easy or difficult to learn SAP for freshers or beginners? ... In your case,
to learn a SAP Functional Module, no Technical knowledge required but learn if
possible. SAP is a giant Software, so big like an ocean, you can spend your whole
lifetime to learn SAP but still you cannot finish such a huge.

Which country is best for SAP Jobs?

India, USA ,Canada is once more the country with the most SAP jobs available, FICO
being the most demanded SAP skill worldwide.
Is SAP HANA difficult?

Yes, you can learn and make a career in SAP HANA with minimum knowledge of basic
database knowledge (2-3 hours) and then start learning HANA. If you are looking for a
career in IT industry, then learning HANA will definitely help you as it is an emerging
technology and have a good job scope
Is SAP FICO a good career?

How is the career as SAP Functional Consultant? SAP FICO is the pillar of SAP as this is an
excellent application for finance related function and is one of the most popular products. This
application automatically translates into a good and steady requirement for FICO professionals

Who can do SAP FICO?

Those who are in finance background can learn SAP Fico. SAP FICO Stands for FI (Financial
Accounting) and CO (Controlling). SAP FICO is the important module of ERP and both FI and
CO modules stores the financial transactions data.
What is r2r process in SAP FICO?

Record to report or R2R is a Finance and Accounting (F&A) management process which
involves collecting, processing and delivering relevant, timely and accurate information
used for providing strategic, financial and operational feedback to understand how a
business is performing

What is the latest version of SAP FICO?

The latest version (SAP ERP 6.0) was made available in 2006. The most
recent Enhancement Package (EHP8) for SAP ERP 6.0 was released in 2016

What is business process in SAP FICO?

the business process means what are the regular activities goin on your
daily business that is called as business process. in standard sap fico module
AR/Ap are the consider as a sub application component or sub ledger accounts.
In ap what kind of business dealings have with your vendor or business partners
such kind of
Is SAP FICO in demand?

SAP FICO is the core of SAP. ... SAP is not going away as it is becoming more and more
stronger, the job of SAP FICO consultants are much more in demand and will be there for time
to come. If you want to be a little more in demand then start with S/4 HANA and continue
to SAP BI/BPC/HANA etc

Is SAP FICO useful?

The purpose of SAP FICO is to help companies generate and manage financial statements
for analysis and reporting and help with effective business planning and decision-
making. SAP FICO consists of two modules, SAP Finance (FI) and SAP Controlling (CO),
each of which is used for specific financial processes.

Which SAP module is in demand in future?

Let's look at their job trends/demand on Indeed.com. From the above job postings
graph, it is evident that SAP HR and FICO are most in-demand SAP skill, followed
by SAP BI, SAP HANA, SD MM, SAP HCM, SAP SCM, SAP NetWeaver and ECC FI/CO.
Key benefits of the centralized system are:

It eliminates the duplication, discontinuity, and redundancy in data

Provides information across departments in real time.
SAP System provides control over various business processes
Increases productivity, better inventory management, promotes quality, reduced
material cost, effective human resources management, reduced overheads boosts profits
Better customer interaction and increased throughput. It also improves customer service
Hence, a centralized enterprise management system is required.
SAP Software is a centralized enterprise management system.
What is SAP FICO..?

Itis one of the most important modules in SAP

that looks after Financial Accounting (FI) and
Controlling (CO).

With this SAP module, one can track and trace

the financial health of the organization via
custom built reports and can discover solutions
for accounting requirements
Why to choose SAP FICO?

Being one of the most crucial ERP modules, we go

beyond to help you gain expertise and proficiency with
the FICO module.
With SAP, you will learn to configure and
implement SAP FICO modules and thus help your
organization drive maximize functionality and features.
It then delves into Investment and treasure
management Concepts, Cost element accounting, profit
center group, amongst other concepts.
SAP FICO Curriculum

Financial Accounting Basic Settings

Accounts Payable
Accounts receivable
Asset Accounting
Reports
 SAP stands for Systems Application and Products
: in Data Processing stands for Financials
FI :
stands for Controlling i.e, in noraml
CO:
terminology Costing
First time SAP was released in 1972 in Germany. SAP Head Qauarters are in Germany.
Version ECC-6.0 is the latest as on 01.07.2009
ECC stands for ERP Central Component
: stands for Enterprise Resource Planning. It
ERP
:
integrates all the systems in one system. It
facilitates free flow of data among departments.

Various Types of ERP Packages:

SAP, Oracle-Financials,JD Edwards, BAAN, Peoplesoft are various types of ERP packages
available in the Market. Among them SAP is Famous in the World.

Opening of SAP : To open SAP click on the SAP Log on Icon on Desktop
Client 800 ( Not Case
UserName SAPUSER Sensitive) (Case
Password india123 Sensitive)
SAP LOGAN=ECC 6.00 EHP8
What is Client # ?
Normally when a Company ( ex., PENNAR) intends to start SAP in its
Company, it purchases SAP software from SAP-India. Price of SAP
software is based on the Number of Users. Once company purchased the
software, it recruits / engage another Company (ex., WIPRO) for
implementation purpose. Both the purchaser and implementor will
delegate/ recruit some employees for implementation of SAP. They are
called as Core Team Members. Structure of Core Team will be like below:

PENNAR ( Purchaser) for Module WIPRO( Implementor)

1. Accounts Manager FICO 1) FI Consultant

2. Costing Manger FICO 2) CO Consultant

3. Purchase Manager MM 3) MM Consultant

4. Sales Manager SD 4) SD Consultant

5. IT Staff Implementation 5) Basis Consultant

6.Project Manager Oversee Project 6)ABAP Programmer

7) Project Manager
Core Team from Purchaser analyze the present situation in the Company and prepare
the Process Document for SAP Implementation .
Basis Consultant will install or copy the SAP in Server and Create the Client
Numbers. There are Minimum 2 type of Clients will be created by Basis Consultant

1.Development Client -----> for Customization & Testing purpose

2.Production Client -----> for Live Data i.e, entering day to day activities

By default SAP-India is allotting 000 (or) 001 (or) 067 (or) 800 as Development Client
# Number of Production Client will be given by Basis Consultant after Discussing
with Purchaser. There will be Minimum of 2 Clients. Some companies are creating 3
clients.
1.Development Client ------> for Customization purpose
2.Testing client -------- For testing purpose
3.Production Client------- For live data i.e . entering day to day activity
After Basic Consultant done the Customization in Development Client , he copy
it to Production Client. All the Customization will be done at Development
Client only but not at Prodouction Client.

USER NAME: As we discussed earlier, cost of the SAP is based on Number of

Users. Major Benefit of Users is it fixes the responsibilty of the employee. Who
has done what , can be identified. So the responsibility will be fixed on
employees. User name is not case Sensitive. We can use either Small Letters or
Capital Letters.

PASSWORD: Benefit of Passwords are for restricting the Un-authorized use of

Users. Length of the Password can be Minimum 6 and Maximum 40
characters. It is case sensitive. We can use Alphabetics, Numerics,
Alphanumerics or Special Characters
Note 1: >It is not possible to change the password more than once in a Day
Note 2: >System will not permit us to use the latest 5 passwords.
Note 3: >If we lost Password it can not be restored. Basis Consultant has to allot
New Password.

LANGUAGE: Along with package SAP has given 41 languages . If we do not specify
the language, by default system will use English ( EN) as language

Once we enter User Name and Password and press enter , system will log on to SAP.
On Screen

1st Row ====> Menu Bar

2nd Row ====> Standard Tool Bar
3rd Row ====> Title Bar
4th Row ====> Application Tool Bar
Last Row ====> Status Bar
If any user want to work on different screens at a single time, he can open upto a
max of 6 windows or Sessions.

WHAT IS SESSION :
A session is a window or screen where SAP user will do day to day activities. One
user can open 6 Sessions at a time.

HOW TO CREATE NEW SESSION:

To create new session path is Menu Bar---->System---->Create Session

HOW TO MOVE FROM ONE SESSION TO ANOTHER:

Press Alt+Tab to move from One session to another session easily
HOW TO CLOSE SESSION:

To close one session path is Menu Bar---->System---->End Session

WHAT IS TRANSACTION CODE:
Transaction Code is a code number given for each activity . SAP has given some
Transaction Codes ( TC's ) which are common in SAP throught the world .
If customer / Purchaser want to give their own TC's it should start either with "Y" or
After Posting the Document in F-02, to change the session and see the account
balance display, instead of going back to Easy Access and press new code FS10N in
command window, we can type" /NFS10N" to go directly to the new window of
FS10N. If we want to change the session we have to give \N before the New
Command TC in Command Window.

Use /OFS10N in command window for creating new session directly with New TC
/N ----> for change the session and /O for Creating the session

ACTIVATING TRASACTION CODES IN SAP MENU :

Some times TC's will not appear in SAP Easy Access Menu. To activate them path is
Menu Bar---->Extras---->Settings---->Display Technical Names Check Box and Press
Enter

How to Set Start Transaction Window:

Making 1 session as default screen is called Start Transaction. To Set start transaction
Menu Bar---->Extras---->Set Start Transaction---->Transaction Code (ex F-02)-->Enter
We will get message T F-02 set as start Transaction. From next time onwards when
WHAT IS TRANSACTION CODE:

Transaction Code is a code number given for each activity . SAP has given some
Transaction Codes ( TC's ) which are common in SAP throught the world .

If customer / Purchaser want to give their own TC's it should start either with "Y" or
"Z". Other Alphabets are not allowed in SAP.

GOING BACK TO SAP EASY ACCESS SCREEN:

Use /N ( Forward Slash & N) in Command Window . N is not case sensitive.

CHANGING SESSION ( WINDOW)

Posting the Document ( F-02) A/c Balance Display (S10N)

How to Colse SAP : For closing SAP path
Menu Bar---->System--->Log Off ----> YES for the message Log Off

UNLOCKING SCREENS:
Tools---->Administration---->Monitor---->Lock Entries(TC=SM12)---->List Buttons

Menu Bar---->Lock Entry---->Delet All---->Select "YES"Button for the message

Delete All Lock Entries.

PROJECT CREATION:
Normal Organization Structure will be as follows
Consultant will do customization for one company code and copies the customization
to including Accounting to other Company Codes and makes modification wherever
required.

CUSTOMIZATION OF PENNAR STEEL LTD::

Define Company( Group in Normal ): When project is started Group Company Name
in SAP Company should be defined. Path for defining Company as in Example
Project SBI11.

TOOLS---->CUSTOMIZING---->IMG(Implementation Guide)---->Execute Project

(SPRO)--> SAP Reference IMG Button---->Enterprise Structure---->Definitions----
>Financial Acc----> Define Company----> Select IMG Activity Button---->Select New
Entries Button----->
Company → SBI11
Company Name → STAT BANK OF INDIA
Street →
Merger company name
Name of 2 company

Postal Code → In india 6 digit

City → Chandigarh

Country → IN ( Select IN from Dropdown/

Pulldown
Button for India)

Language → EN ( Select EN from Dropdown/

Pulldown
Button for English)

Currency → INR ( Select INR from Dropdown/

Pulldown
Button for Indian Rupee)
Select Save Button ( or) Ctrl + S Buttons for saving the Company Information.

Once the Company information is saved, SAP will generate one Transport Request.
Every time it saves 2 files. One in Client 800 and 2nd one in Transport Request with
Key NumberFor Example Project we create 6 requests like below.

1. Basic Settings 3. Accouns Payable 5. Asset Accounting

2. General Ledger 4. Accounts Receivable 6. Controlling

Creating Request : Select create request Button
Short Description: FI Basic Settings for state BANK OF INDIA-----> press Enter
again to save the request. We get message Data Saved.

DEFINE COMPANY CODE (state BANK OF INDIA-)

SPRO---> to go directly to SAP Reference IMG Button. So whenever we are

customizing , no need to give full path upto SPRO. We can give SPRO directly in
command field to go directly to SAP reference IMG Button Screen.

SPRO option will be activated only for Consultants .

End User Job is without SPRO Option. So Path for defining the Company Code is
as follows:
SPRO--->Enterprise Structure----> Definition ----> Financial Accounting---->Edit,
Copy, Delete,Check Company Code( Select IMG Activity Button here)--->Double
click on Edit Company Code Data---->Select New Entry Button ( Screen like below
will open…)
Company Code → SBI2
Company Name → STATE BANK OF INDIA

Address → CHANDIGARH

City → CHANDIGARH

Country → IN

Currency → INR

Language → EN