Master Sap Certified Application Associate - Sap Bw/4Hana

Complete Guide to SAP BW/4HANA: Data Modeling, Acquisition, and Analytics, From Data Flow to Reporting for Success.

What you'll learn

Understand the fundamentals of data warehousing and its role in SAP BW/4HANA.

Explore data modeling concepts, including InfoObjects, ADSOs, CompositeProviders, and Open ODS Views.

Learn ETL (Extraction, Transformation, Loading) processes and data flow in BW/4HANA.

Acquire skills to connect SAP and non-SAP systems for data acquisition.

Implement real-time and batch data acquisition using ODP and other methods.

Understand BW/4HANA system architecture and integration with SAP HANA.

Gain hands-on knowledge of administration, monitoring, and Eclipse-based modeling tools.

Compare and use reporting tools such as BEx and SAP BW/4HANA Query Designer.

Create queries, define key figures, and apply filters and variables effectively.

Apply best practices in data modeling, data acquisition, and reporting to build optimized solutions.

Requirements

Basic understanding of databases and data warehousing concepts is helpful but not mandatory.

Description

This is an Unofficial Course.The SAP Certified Application Associate – SAP BW/4HANA is an official certification from SAP that validates your foundational knowledge and skills in working with SAP BW/4HANA, SAP’s next-generation data warehousing solution built on the SAP HANA platform.This course provides a complete and practical journey into SAP BW/4HANA, equipping learners with the knowledge and skills required to work effectively with one of the most powerful data warehousing and analytics solutions available today. Beginning with the core concepts of data warehousing in SAP, the course gradually moves into detailed topics such as data modeling, ETL processes, and understanding data flow within BW/4HANA. Learners will explore key objects including InfoObjects, ADSOs, and CompositeProviders, gaining a strong foundation for modeling complex data structures.The course also covers data acquisition methods, enabling learners to connect SAP and non-SAP sources, implement Operational Data Provisioning (ODP), and manage real-time data acquisition scenarios. Participants will learn best practices for data integration and handling diverse data connectivity challenges. In addition, the course explains BW/4HANA’s system architecture, its integration with SAP HANA, administration and monitoring, and the use of Eclipse-based modeling tools, providing a solid understanding of the technical landscape.A dedicated focus is placed on reporting and analytics, where learners will work with SAP BW/4HANA Query Designer, create queries and key figures, apply variables and filters, and compare reporting tools such as BEx and BW/4HANA’s modern alternatives. By the end of the course, participants will be able to design, build, and optimize data models, acquire and manage data effectively, and deliver meaningful insights through powerful reporting tools.Whether you are a beginner looking to step into the world of SAP data warehousing or an IT professional aiming to enhance your expertise in BW/4HANA, this course offers the knowledge, tools, and confidence to become proficient in building robust data solutions and driving business intelligence success.Thanks

Overview

Section 1: Data Warehousing Concepts in BW/4HANA

Lecture 1 Introduction to Data Warehousing in SAP

Lecture 2 Data Modeling in SAP BW/4HANA

Lecture 3 ETL (Extraction, Transformation, Loading) in BW/4HANA

Lecture 4 Understanding Data Flow in BW/4HANA

Lecture 5 Key Objects – InfoObjects, ADSOs, and CompositeProviders

Section 2: Modeling in BW/4HANA

Lecture 6 InfoObjects – Characteristics and Key Figures

Lecture 7 Advanced DataStore Objects (ADSOs)

Lecture 8 CompositeProviders and Views

Lecture 9 Open ODS Views

Lecture 10 Data Modeling Best Practices

Section 3: Data Acquisition

Lecture 11 Data Sources and Connectivity

Lecture 12 SAP and Non-SAP Data Acquisition Methods

Lecture 13 Operational Data Provisioning (ODP)

Lecture 14 Real-Time Data Acquisition in BW/4HANA

Lecture 15 Data Acquisition Best Practices

Section 4: BW/4HANA Architecture and Tools

Lecture 16 BW/4HANA System Architecture

Lecture 17 SAP HANA Integration with BW/4HANA

Lecture 18 Administration and Monitoring in BW/4HANA

Lecture 19 BW/4HANA Modeling Tools in Eclipse

Lecture 20 SAP HANA Studio vs. BW/4HANA Tools

Section 5: Queries and Reporting

Lecture 21 Business Explorer (BEx) vs. SAP BW/4HANA Tools

Lecture 22 Introduction to SAP BW/4HANA Query Designer

Lecture 23 Creating Queries and Key Figures

Lecture 24 Variables and Filters in Queries

Lecture 25 Reporting and Analytics with BW/4HANA

Beginners who want to start a career in SAP data warehousing and analytics.,SAP consultants looking to expand their expertise into BW/4HANA.,Data analysts, BI specialists, and reporting professionals who want to strengthen their technical skills.,IT professionals aiming to specialize in data modeling, data integration, and reporting within SAP systems.,Students or professionals seeking SAP certification preparation in BW/4HANA.,Anyone interested in learning how to design, manage, and analyze enterprise data using SAP BW/4HANA.