SAP Community - User Experience

Value Chain vs. Navigation Map in Signavio

2023-08-08T08:22:09+02:00

Hello there,

we are working on a nicely designed look of our processes and are thinking about interchanging value chain diagrams with navigation maps, since we have more freedom in design. However the attached metadata is different and Signavio will surely see the navigation maps as something different. Will there be any problems for let's say the correct Process Level hierarchy structure or any other future problems when it comes to process level management? Can anyone recommend?

Our basic idea is to get closer to our corporate design to increase user experience and thus we want to add icons and maybe small pictures.

Thanks and best regards

Friedrich

Fiori Cache cleanup after upgrade

2023-08-16T11:35:34+02:00

We are upgrading from S/4 2021 to S/4 2022 (Embedded Fiori implementation). As a part of upgrade post activity we are clearing the Fiori cache in the below sequence.

Meta data cache clear /n/IWFND/CACHE_CLEANUP
UI2 Cache clear from report /UI2/DELETE_CACHE_AFTER_IMP
Client cache clear from report /UI2/INVALIDATE_CLIENT_CACHES..(for all user)
Report /UI5/APP_INDEX_CALCULATE
Clear cache(/UI2/INVAL_CACHES)
/UI2/CHIP_SYNCHRONIZE_CACHE

After clearing the cache I wasn’t able to use or load any app for initial 4-5 hours. It took lot of time to stabilize. In general there are lot of manual activities & sanity check we do after the upgrade which is all impacted due to this.

Do you think anyone of the above list shouldn't be considered? or Any suggestions and recommendations from your experience which you follow for cache cleanup after Fiori upgrade?

Thanks,

SAP SUPER USER BECOME TRAINER OR CONSULTANT

2023-08-22T09:56:43+02:00

Hi,

I've been dealing with SD & MM module as super user for nearly 15 years.

My company has appointed me as SAP internal trainer to all the staffs. I have also involved in UAT by company level for big projects, work closely with SAP consultant on the system configuration.

In some cases, I able to addressed the technical issues.

I have no IT background, studied in banking industry.

On my survey, institution offers SAP course for various modules and it is really costly. They suggested me to go for SAP Learning Hub.

Can I become SAP consultant or Trainer for a better career path? Hope for the best advice.

Thank You.

More about Rise with SAP

2023-09-01T09:33:09+02:00

Hello everyone,

Hope you're all in good health!

I'm of the opinion that when it comes to staying informed about SAP's latest products, this community platform is the ideal source for finding answers to our inquiries. That's why I've compiled a list of questions that I believe will be highly beneficial to all of us when we embark on Rise with SAP projects. I kindly ask each of you to peruse the questions below and provide answers to the best of your abilities. And remember, I promise it's not an examination by the way, so let's keep it light and informative! 😄

1 How does RISE with SAP comply with our industry specific regulations and standards?

2 What is the frequency with which our data is backed up in RISE with SAP?

3 Does the DR server come by default with RISE with SAP, or is it an additional service we need to consider?

4 What measures are taken to ensure the security and privacy of our data?

5 How long are our data backups retained, and is there flexibility in adjusting the retention period?

6 If we have to pay for the DR server, what is the cost structure, and are there different pricing tiers?

7 Will our data reside on the same server as other organizations? If so, what separation measures are in place?

8 What proactive measures are implemented to prevent unauthorized access or leakage of our data?

9 Who, outside of our IT team, will have access to our server and data? What controls and auditing measures are in place?

10 Where will our data be physically stored? Will it reside within our country or elsewhere, and how does this align w

11 Who is responsible for backing up our data, and can he actually see our data when backing it up?

12 Where will the backups of our data be stored, and what security measures are employed to ensure their safety?

13 What are the limitations regarding the database size for storing our data within RISE with SAP?

14 When are our old backups deleted, and can we request a longer retention period if needed?

15 Is the data backup stored on disk or tape, and what are the implications of the chosen method?

16 Are the data backups stored in the same seismic zone, availability zone, or region as the original data, or are they located elsewhere?

17 What is the estimated data loss in terms of hours or minutes that we might experience when a backup is restored?

18 Is the data backup stored with the same cloud service provider, or is there a different provider involved?

19 How many backups have been restored in India and globally this year?

20 In the event of a failure on the original server, what is the expected timeframe to restore the backup data and bring the server back online?

21 Is the DR server located in the same availability zone as our primary server or in a different one?

22 What are the Recovery Point Objective (RPO) and Recovery Time Objective (RTO) with RISE with SAP's DR setup? How do these metrics align with our business continuity requirements?

23 Is the capacity of the DR server the same as our primary server or different? How is this determined, and can it be customized?

24 What's the process for initiating a failover to the DR server, and what support is provided by SAP?

25 Are there regular tests or drills to ensure that the DR server and related processes are functional and meet the specified RPO and RTO?

26 How does the DR strategy integrate with our existing business continuity and disaster recovery plans?

27 What's the historical success rate for failovers to the DR server within RISE with SAP, both in our region and globally?

28 How does RISE with SAP support scalability as our organization grows or changes?

29 How customizable is RISE with SAP to meet our specific business needs?

30 What type of customizations are possible in the Private Cloud VS Public Cloud within RISE with SAP?

31 Can we create all RICEFW (Reports, Interfaces, Conversions, Enhancements, Forms, and Workflows) elements in both Private Cloud and Public Cloud environments?

32 Is it mandatory to write code only in the Business Technology Platform (BTP), or can we develop apps and programs directly within RISE?

33 Can we continue using traditional connectivity methods like FTP, or do we need to buy CPI for connecting with external systems?

34 Are there any restrictions on opening ports within RISE with SAP?

35 How are updates and changes to customizations handled within RISE with SAP?

36 What are FUEs (Functional User Equivalents) in RISE with SAP, also is there a sub-bifurcation of FUE'S?

37 How are FUEs in RISE with SAP different from the traditional licenses that we used to purchase in ECC?

38 Can we adjust the number of licenses, either by increasing or decreasing, on a yearly basis?

39 Is there a minimum number of licenses that we need to purchase when adopting RISE with SAP?

40 What incentives or discounts are available to us if we choose to increase the number of licenses that we buy?

41 How should we calculate the number of licenses that we would need in RISE with SAP? Are there specific tools provided to help us.

42 Is it required for us to pay upfront for the licenses, or are there flexible payment options available that match our budgeting processes?

43 Can we lock in the price for our licenses to prevent a potential price increase in the subsequent year?

44 Do two companies, one buying 100 licenses and another buying 200 licenses, receive the same services and servers from SAP?

45 Do we need to set up any additional infrastructure when we buy RISE with SAP, or is everything included within the package?

46 How many servers (DEV, QAS, PRO) would we receive as part of our RISE with SAP package? Are these servers customizable to meet our specific requirements?

47 What is the size of the servers, in terms of Cores, RAM and hard disk, that we get as part of RISE?

48 What is the Server sizing that we are allotted in RISE compare with our current and projected data needs?

49 If our company has additional requirements for server size, RAM, or hard disk space over what SAP provides, what are our options?

50 Do we receive a Solution Manager (SOLMAN) server as part of our RISE with SAP package?

51 Is an additional Fiori server included with RISE with SAP? How does this affect our ability to deploy and manage Fiori apps across our organization?

52 Can we choose the specific S/4HANA edition that fits our needs, or are we restricted to the most recent edition from SAP?

53 Who is responsible for installing S/4HANA and HANA on the Cloud servers? Is this a service provided by SAP, or do we need to manage this aspect ourselves?

54 Can we select a specific cloud provider according to our preference when implementing RISE with SAP?

55 What cloud options does SAP allow us to choose?

56 Do all customers receive the same cloud option irrespective of the number of licenses, regions, or countries, or are there tailored offerings based on these factors?

57 Are the cloud options available consistent between Private and Public Cloud implementations within RISE with SAP? If not, what are the key differences?

58 Can we freely choose between different cloud options in both Private and Public Cloud environments, or are there restrictions or guidelines that we must follow?

59 Do we have the flexibility to choose the availability zone of the Cloud Data Center?

60 In case of an issue with our servers, should we communicate directly with SAP, or will we be coordinating with the Cloud Service Providers (CSPs)?

61 Do the CSPs follow specific security protocols like ISO/IEC 27001, FedRAMP, CIS Benchmarks, FIPS140-2?

62 How are these protocols audited and maintained within the RISE with SAP framework?

63 Is the cost consistent across different Cloud Service Providers (CSPs), or does it vary?

64 Will our overall cost be reduced if we purchase more licenses? If so, how does the scaling work?

65 How does the license "T-Shirt Sizing" affect the overall cost? Are there different pricing tiers?

66 Which modules are included as part of the core offering, and which need to be procured separately (e.g., EWM, TM, RAR)?

67 How many consulting hours per year are included in the RISE with SAP package, and what is the cost of additional hours if needed?

68 Do we need to pay anything to the CSPs over and above what's included in the RISE with SAP package? Could you detail any additional costs?

69 Are we required to pay separately for the Virtual Machines (VM) or the Operating System, or are these included in the overall cost?

70 Is there an annual maintenance charge (AMC) that we need to pay? If so, what does it cover, and how is it calculated?

71 Are all support tickets included in the package cost, or are there additional charges for tickets that we log with SAP?

72 Do we have to use BTP with S/4HANA?

73 How many services are there in BTP and how can we use it?

74 How many services are there in BTP and how can we use it?

75 What kind of solutions are being made with those services?

76 Can we buy standalone Services or do we need to buy the whole BTP?

77 Is BTP cost by month/user/Bandwidth used or by servers etc?

78 How can we ensure that we would not receive a bill which we did not expect?

Best Regards,Guru Balan.

Analytics Application VS Optimized Story Experience (Advanced Mode)?

2023-09-26T14:32:36+02:00

Hello,

1. what are the advantages and disadvantages of using optimized story experience (advanced mode) vs Analytics Application?

2. In which case i should use analytics application in comparison to optimized story experience (advanced mode)?

3. What restrictions are currently in optimized story experience compared to analytics application?

How to Hide Fiori app in SAP S/4HANA Public cloud

2023-10-13T09:18:04+02:00

Hi,

We are currently working on SAP S/4HANA public cloud edition and have a requirement to assign the "Create Purchase Order - ME21N" tile to one of the business user. To achieve this, we've assigned the corresponding catalog, specifically the "SAP_MM_BC_PO_PROCESS_MC." However, within this business catalog, there are numerous applications available, such as "Create Document." Consequently, the system grants the user access to all the apps within that catalog. Our intention is to restrict the user from using any app other than "Create Purchase Order." Despite enabling spaces and pages, the user is still able to access the "Create Document" app by searching for its name in the search box. We'd greatly appreciate your swift response and assistance with this matter.

Thanks in Advance,

Guru Balan.

Candidate Experience

2023-10-13T22:23:04+02:00

Is there a method for candidates to create a master file or other; so they can import rather than re-enter their data across various companies?

Customizing Layout (VA02) Create Sales Order Window

2023-11-09T15:18:32+01:00

Hi All,

I'm new to SAP.

Looking for ways to speed up data entry by customizing the layout in my sales inquiry windows such as the window in transactions like "Create Quotation" and "Create Sales Order".

I've discovered how to customize the line items box to move unessential fields out of view - but one thing that is bugging me is the limited size of the box where you enter line items.

Currently I can only see 3 lines on screen at any given point before having to scroll - is there anyway to expand this box to show more lines on screen at once?

Thank you,

Tab across fields with tooltip no longer possible?

2023-11-21T15:46:42+01:00

Afternoon, All!

Since the implementation of SAP ByDesign upgrade 2311, we have noticed that if you use "tab across" to move from field to field, it does not work any more if the next field is marked with a question mark/tooltip help button. You are stuck and need to use the mouse function to move fields again. I tried in our Production and UAT systems, in Chrome and Edge - all the same.

This has really thrown our supplier invoice processing team as they knew exactly how many tab across they needed to get to the correct fields for faster processing. This was also not listed in the list of changes for the upgrade. Anyone got any idea?

P-user registration

2023-12-15T13:18:26+01:00

Hi Team,

We need to register for a P-user id. I have a S-user id linked with Universal id.
Below is the Blog which i am following, but there is no option to register.
Creating a P-User in SAP Cloud Platform to Practise SAP HANA. | SAP Blogs

Regards,
Manoj.

REPORTING USER VALIDITY PERIOD

2024-01-08T15:52:00+01:00

Hi everyone,

Can anyone tell me how to report the validity period (valid from, valid to) of Users in SAP?

Thank you,

Bernadett

User Logs - Analysis for Movements

2024-01-30T09:56:14.647000+01:00

Hello everyone ,

i want to see the transactions that some user , used.

How can I have these log files concerning all movements per user, for a period that i will define?

Thanks

PO Amendment

2024-02-13T09:56:38.596000+01:00

Hi All,

I'm new user to SAP and my current company using old version (SAP Business one 9.2) of SAP as I got to know. Currently once PO raised and approved changes cannot be made in any case. (before sending to supplier, Ex-Qty increment/Price changes due to later added discounts). Is there any possibility to amend the PO atleast by PO approved user?

In S4 Hana public cloud, is it OK to delete locked business users?

2024-03-12T17:55:24.831000+01:00

In S4 Hana public cloud, is it OK to delete locked business users in the 'Maintain Business Users' app?

There is a delete button, but just wanted to check if anybody has hit any problems after deletion. For example, any transactional data entered by the deleted user, could that cause an issue?

Many Thanks

Alan Roddie

Division by Zero Error

2024-03-13T13:18:11.309000+01:00

I’m getting a division by zero error with the below formula. Not sure how to edit the formula so it checks for a zero. I have tried the if statements I have found but I keep getting errors.

(Sum ({@Profit},{@Group By} )/Sum ({@Sales w FRT},{@Group By} ))*100

UI5 free style app with odatav2 and odatav4 service consumption

2024-03-25T08:04:38.629000+01:00

Hi folks,
I need to develop a ui5 free style app which needs to consume odata v4 (sap capm) service as well as odata v2(on premise) service. As this is my first time dealing with this type of scenario, Just wanted to know that Is there any problems that I may encounter while developing? And is it okay to use 2 different versions of odata in same application.

Thanks in Advance.

Regards

Rakesh

Rakesh Baggam

Recommended approach for Fiori Adapt UI in S/4H On-Premise system (Customizing client) with no data

2024-04-24T00:17:51.207000+02:00

Dear Experts,

For a client's S/4HANA greenfield implementation with Private Cloud (RISE with SAP), there are two clients in the Development system i.e. Customizing client (400) and Test Client (410). The client has decided not to allow any (test) data creation in client 400 but only in test client 410 (this approach seems standard in many projects).

To implement Fiori Adapt-UI enhancements and test Key-User Extensibility, we need those UI screens where we want to implement changes. For example, to change something on a Product (detail) screen, we need to navigate from the Products list in the Manage Product Master Data Fiori app. But without any data, this navigation is not possible.

The question is, what is the best or recommended to work on such Enhancements? Should we allow such Enhancements in the Test client which means also the possibility of creating a Transport Request where such enhancements could be locked for further systems?

Had anyone been in a similar system environment and what kind of approach was used there?

SAP Fiori Launchpad SAP S/4HANA Private Cloud @Jocelyn_Dart @MioYasutake

Issues with Horizon theme in Company Structure Overview

2024-05-03T16:50:27.723000+02:00

With the Horizon theme being applied to the Company Structure Overview in the 1H 2024 release (WEF-133809), I see a couple of issues, as highlighted in the image below, with the before on the left and after on the right:

The colors configured in "Edit Layout" for each object do not appear anywhere on the object card. These colors should either be displayed somewhere like before (my preference), or the option to set them should be removed.
The new icon for Positions does not represent Positions as clearly as the old one did.

1H 2024 - KM18020 - Create Same-Level Position

2024-05-03T18:53:39.765000+02:00

The below text change that is part of KM18020 is inconsistent with the item right above it. Why wouldn't the new text be "Add Same-Level Position" instead of "Create Same-Level Position"?

Could someone please tell me what i need to do to add another column to this query that i have, i wa

2024-05-07T22:21:21.316000+02:00

Can somebody please help me to add a new column to a query that i have already. I want to add a column to show "the last purchase price" The query i have currently is as follows. Any help would be much appreciated.

Thankyou in advance.

SELECT T0.[ItemCode], T1.[ItemName], T0.[OnHand], T0.[OnOrder], T0.[IsCommited] as 'Sales BOs'

, ISNULL((select Sum( T3.[Quantity]) FROM OINV T2 INNER JOIN INV1 T3 ON T3.[DocEntry] = T2.[DocEntry]

WHERE T0.Itemcode = T3.Itemcode and (T2.[DocDate] >= [%0] and T2.[DocDate] <= [%1])),0) as 'QTY Sold in Period'

, ISNULL((select Sum( T5.[Quantity]) FROM ORIN T4 INNER JOIN RIN1 T5 ON T5.[DocEntry] = T4.[DocEntry]

WHERE T0.Itemcode = T5.Itemcode and (T4.[DocDate] >= [%0] and T4.[DocDate] <= [%1])),0) as 'QTY Returned In Period'

FROM OITW T0 INNER JOIN OITM T1 ON T0.[ItemCode] = T1.[ItemCode] and T1.[DfltWH] = '01' and T0.[WhsCode] = '01'

Where T1.[ItemCode] >= [%3] and T1.[ItemCode] <= [%4]