Course Outline
Session 1 (4 hours)
Module 1 – AIS for Functional Use in R/3 (2 hours)
- Overview of R/3 processes and tables pertinent to audits.
- Capturing functional evidence via standard SAP GUI transactions.
Module 2 – Process-Oriented Access Management (2 hours)
- Role design and access control using PFCG and SU01.
- Utilizing SU53 and SUIM for rapid diagnosis.
- Defining RACI matrices by process and addressing "pragmatic" SoD.
Session 2 (4 hours)
Module 3 – FI/CO with a Focus on Control (2 hours)
- Configuring OB52, tolerances, and accounting authorizations.
- Approving journal entries and capturing evidence through standard workflows.
- Ensuring traceability of changes in accounting masters and bank accounts.
Module 4 – MM/SD with a Focus on Control (2 hours)
- MM: Implementing purchase release strategies, managing price changes, and conditions.
- SD: Managing credit limits, pricing, and discount conditions.
- Gathering evidence through change documents, logs, and reports.
Session 3 (4 hours)
Module 5 – Logs and Operational Evidence (3 hours)
- Analyzing SM20 (what, who, when) in functional contexts.
- SCU3: Tracking changes in master data (vendors, customers, materials, conditions).
- STAD/ST03N: Analyzing transaction executions.
- Exporting data (ALV/CSV/PDF) and compiling annexes.
Module 6 – Quality and Testing (1 hour)
- Designing test cases with defined acceptance criteria and minimal evidence requirements.
Session 4 (4 hours)
Module 7 – Applied Process Laboratory (3 hours)
- Mini-project: Executing a purchase and sale cycle including exceptional scenarios.
- Collecting evidence and assembling a complete dossier.
Module 8 – Conclusion and Transition to Operations (1 hour)
- Creating operational checklists and periodic control schedules.
- Adopting best practices for audits and regulatory compliance.
Deliverables:
- Test case templates + RACI/SoD matrices.
- Basic report set (SUIM, SM20, SCU3, ALV lists).
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Functional expertise in FI/MM/SD
- Access to a test client
- Basic familiarity with audit or control concepts is advantageous
Target 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…
