Overview
SAP S/4HANA is SAP’s latest enterprise resource planning (ERP) suite, built on the powerful HANA in-memory database. This beginner-friendly course is structured to help learners understand key business processes and gain hands-on skills in various SAP S/4HANA modules. Whether you are starting from scratch or transitioning from SAP ECC, this structured learning path will guide you through the core concepts, tools, and techniques needed to navigate, implement, and work confidently with SAP S/4HANA.

1. Understanding SAP S/4HANA Basics

• What is SAP S/4HANA?
  Get introduced to SAP’s intelligent ERP system – understand how it revolutionizes business operations with real-time analytics and streamlined workflows.

• Architecture & Core Components
  Explore how the HANA database works and the architecture behind S/4HANA.

• ECC vs. S/4HANA
  Know the difference: technical upgrades, simplifications, performance improvements, and the new digital core.

• Deployment Models
  On-premise, cloud, or hybrid – evaluate which setup works best for your organization.

2. Navigating the SAP Environment

• SAP GUI vs. Fiori Launchpad
  Learn how to use both interfaces, understand layout, tile-based navigation, and app functionality.

• User Personalization
  Customize the workspace in Fiori to improve productivity and user experience.

3. Financial Accounting (FI)

• General Ledger
  Learn chart of accounts, journal entries, and ledger management.

• Accounts Payable & Receivable
  Manage vendor and customer transactions from invoices to payments.

• Asset Management
  Maintain lifecycle of assets – acquisitions, depreciation, and retirement.

• Banking & Financial Reports
  Handle bank transactions and generate statements to support financial decisions.

4. Controlling (CO)

• Cost Center Accounting
  Allocate and monitor costs by departments.

• Internal Orders
  Track short-term projects or expenses.

• Product Costing & Profitability Analysis
  Understand the cost of production and analyze profitability across dimensions.

5. Sales & Distribution (SD)

• Order to Cash Process
  Master the lifecycle of sales orders from entry to fulfillment.

• Pricing Strategy & Conditions
  Configure flexible pricing models and discount structures.

• Logistics & Invoicing
  Manage shipping, delivery, billing, and credit control.

6. Materials Management (MM)

• Procure to Pay (P2P)
  Understand end-to-end procurement – requisition, purchase orders, and payments.

• Inventory Control
  Learn how to manage stock levels, movement types, and stock valuation.

• Invoice & Material Master Data
  Validate vendor invoices and maintain master records efficiently.

7. Production Planning (PP)

• Planning & Execution
  Cover demand management, planning strategies, and order execution.

• Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
  Automate planning for raw materials and finished goods.

• Capacity Planning
  Ensure optimum use of machinery, labor, and production lines.

8. Supply Chain Management (SCM)

• Supply Chain Operations
  Learn how to manage inventory flow, warehouses, and logistics.

• Forecasting & Demand Planning
  Anticipate market needs and align supply accordingly.

• Supplier Collaboration
  Build strong partnerships with vendors for smooth procurement cycles.

9. Human Capital Management (HCM)

• Organizational & Personnel Management
  Set up HR structures and manage employee data.

• Time & Payroll Processing
  Record working hours, absences, and generate accurate payroll.

• Talent Management
  Oversee hiring, evaluations, training, and succession planning.

10. Analytics & Reporting in SAP S/4HANA

• Embedded Analytics
  Real-time dashboards and data within the transactional environment.

• Reporting Tools
  Learn tools like SAP Fiori Analytics, Lumira, and Smart Business KPIs.

• SAP BW/4HANA
  Dive into advanced analytics through integrated business warehouse capabilities.

11. Data Migration & System Integration

• Migration Tools
  Learn the techniques to shift from legacy systems to S/4HANA.

• Data Management
  Clean, map, and upload master and transactional data.

• System Integration
  Connect SAP with other platforms (both SAP and non-SAP systems).

• SAP Activate
  Use this methodology for a guided and agile implementation experience.

12. Security & Authorizations

• User Roles & Authorizations
  Define access permissions and control sensitive data.

• Security Framework
  Understand how S/4HANA ensures enterprise-level security and compliance.

13. Industry Use Cases & Real-Time Scenarios

• Sector-Specific Applications
  Learn how S/4HANA is tailored for industries like automotive, pharma, and finance.

• Case Studies
  Analyze actual project implementations to bridge theory with practice.

• Best Practices
  Discover SAP-recommended strategies for success.

14. Practical Labs & Hands-On Projects

• Scenario-Based Exercises
  Perform real-world simulations and use cases for each module.

• Capstone Project
  Implement a mini end-to-end SAP S/4HANA system configuration.

15. Certification Preparation

• Exam Preparation Tips
  Focus on structure, content areas, and time management techniques.

• Sample Questions & Mock Tests
  Practice with real-style questions to build confidence.

• Study Strategy
  Guidance on how to approach different certification paths like TS410 or module-wise certifications.

Bonus: Free Resources

• Interview Questions Guide

• Certification Fee Insights

• SAP HANA Architecture Overview

• SAP FICO vs. S/4HANA Comparison Sheet

• Downloadable Learning Material
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