Course Outline
Session 1 (4 hours)
Module 1 – AIS for Functional Use in R/3 (2 hours)
- Overview of R/3 processes and tables relevant to audits.
- Capture of functional evidence through classic SAP GUI transactions.
Module 2 – Process-Oriented Access Management (2 hours)
- Role design and access control using PFCG and SU01.
- Rapid diagnosis using SU53 and SUIM.
- RACI matrix by process and 'pragmatic' SoD.
Session 2 (4 hours)
Module 3 – FI/CO with Focus on Control (2 hours)
- OB52, tolerances, and accounting authorizations.
- Approval of journal entries and evidence via classic workflow.
- Traceability of changes in accounting masters and bank accounts.
Module 4 – MM/SD with Focus on Control (2 hours)
- MM: Purchase release strategies, price changes, and conditions.
- SD: Credit limits, pricing, and discount conditions.
- Evidence through change documents, logs, and reports.
Session 3 (4 hours)
Module 5 – Logs and Operational Evidence (3 hours)
- SM20 (what, who, when) in functional cases.
- SCU3: changes in master data (vendors, customers, materials, conditions).
- STAD/ST03N: analysis of transaction executions.
- Export (ALV/CSV/PDF) and assembly of annexes.
Module 6 – Quality and Testing (1 hour)
- Test case design with acceptance criteria and minimal evidence.
Session 4 (4 hours)
Module 7 – Applied Process Laboratory (3 hours)
- Mini-project: Purchase and sale cycle with exceptional scenarios.
- Gather evidence and put together a dossier.
Module 8 – Closing and Transfer to Operation (1 hour)
- Operational checklist and periodic control schedule.
- Good practices for audits and regulations.
Deliverables:
- Test case templates + RACI/SoD matrices.
- Base report set (SUIM, SM20, SCU3, ALV lists).
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Functional experience in FI/MM/SD.
- Access to a test client.
- Familiarity with basic audit or control concepts is beneficial.
Audience
- Functional consultants (FI/MM/SD).
- Internal control and compliance specialists.
- SAP business process owners.
Testimonials (2)
It was straight to the point and more practical
Lungelo Ndlela - SNG Grant Thornton
Course - SAP S/4 Hana (S/4Hana)
His calm and collected voice even though at points he was frustrated with the system, but kept his cool…
