SAP BTP Course Phase 1: Foundational Knowledge – Module 1: Introduction to SAP BTP

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1. What is SAP BTP?
SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) is SAP’s integrated offering that provides businesses with a set of tools and services to:
• Develop applications, manage data, and integrate systems.
• Use analytics, AI/ML, and automation across cloud and hybrid environments.
• Extend the capabilities of SAP S/4HANA and other ERP systems through custom solutions.
2. Core Components of SAP BTP
1. Business Application Studio (BAS):
o A cloud-based IDE for developers to build applications.
o Supports multiple programming languages (ABAP, JavaScript, etc.).
Example: Build custom Fiori apps or extensions for S/4HANA.
2. SAP Integration Suite:
o Provides tools to integrate on-premise and cloud-based applications using APIs and connectors.
o Example: Connect Salesforce to SAP S/4HANA via Integration Suite.
3. SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC):
o Offers real-time dashboards, planning models, and predictive analytics.
o Example: Create a sales forecast dashboard using SAC.
4. Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Services:
o Use pre-trained models for text recognition, sentiment analysis, and more.
o Example: Implement a chatbot to automate customer support.
3. Why Businesses Use SAP BTP?
• Rapid Digital Transformation: Develop and integrate custom solutions without waiting for full ERP upgrades.
• Cloud and Hybrid Support: Manage on-premise and cloud applications seamlessly.
• Scalable and Flexible: Choose from services like APIs, analytics, and AI as per business needs.
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4. Real-Life Use Case: SAP BTP in Retail
Scenario: A retail chain wants to automate inventory management and analyze customer purchasing patterns in real-time.
• Integration: SAP Integration Suite connects their legacy system to a cloud e-commerce platform.
• Analytics: SAP Analytics Cloud forecasts stock levels based on historical sales.
• Workflow Automation: BTP workflows automate stock replenishment orders when inventory reaches a certain threshold.
5. BTP Architecture Overview

Integration Suite, Analytics Cloud, and AI/ML services with external apps and SAP S/4HANA.
• Cloud Foundry & Kyma Environments: Two main environments where apps and services run.
• Extension Suite: Allows side-by-side extensions for S/4HANA without changing the core ERP.
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