SAP Public Cloud Central Business Configuration(CBC)

Definition and Purpose:

SAP Activate is a comprehensive, agile methodology developed by SAP for implementing its next-generation solutions, particularly SAP S/4HANA and other SAP cloud products. It integrates best practices, guided configurations, and a flexible project management framework to streamline and accelerate the implementation process.

SAP activate methodology is used to plan and execute complex SAP solutions. It is designed to help users implement and adopt SAP solutions, especially SAP S4 HANA with ready to run business processes, guided configurations and continuous innovations.

Features of Activate Methodology:

1) Modular Approach - Instead of using waterfall theory or big bang theory, SAP activate methodology uses modular approach using the concepts of

Agile, Scrum and PMP.

2) Deployment - SAP activate methodology supports all different deployments, on-premises, cloud, and hybrid landscapes.

3) Adoption Options:

a) New implementation

b) System Conversion

c) Landscape Transformation- selective data conversion

Pillars of Activate Methodology:

SAP Activate is a framework that consists of 3 important pillars:

• SAP Best Practices

• Guided Configurations

• SAP Activate Methodology

Phases of Activate Methodology:

1) Discover Phase: Define the project scope, goals, and roadmap. Identify key stakeholders and prepare for the project initiation. The SAP Discover

phase of the SAP Activate methodology is the point where the customer realizes there is a need for a solution. SAP customers

will begin to search the SAP landscape for the solution to fulfill the needs of the enterprise. During this phase, customers are

able to discover the solution capabilities, understand the business value and determine which roadmap is in alignment with the

solution capabilities.

2) Prepare Phase: Set up the project environment, finalize planning details, and prepare the project team for execution. Once the Discover phase is

complete, SAP customers can move into the Prepare phase. This phase of the SAP Activate methodology will provide the initial project planning and preparation which ensures that key activities are accounted for in the project timeline.

During this phase, the project is initiated and plans are finalized. It is key that teams are on board and are able to validate the core set of activities, as well as finalize roles and responsibilities and establish strong governance procedures to steer the project towards success. The project team will go through a few iterations to align and confirm project goals.

3) Explore Phase: Refine business processes, perform a fit-gap analysis, and define system requirements through detailed analysis and workshops.

The Explore phase of the SAP Activate methodology lays the foundation for the success of the entire project. During the SAP Explore phase, customers will finalize the business process to be followed in the new SAP system through a series of SAP Fit-to-Standard Analysis sessions where the SAP Best Practice business process flows are showcased to the business process owner.

The purpose of the Explore phase is to establish key deliverables such as standard migration templates and Customer Execution of Standard Processes. All of the customer’s requirements in terms of additional objects (WRICEF - Workflows, Reports, Integrations, Conversions, Enhancements, and Forms), as well as configuration values, are noted in the Backlog document provided by SAP. This will be signed off by stakeholders.

The fit-to-Standard analysis is conducted through a series of workshops that allow for the validation of predefined scenarios. Project teams should be familiar with the SAP Best Practices content available in SAP Best Practices Explorer before launching Fit-to-Standard workshops.

4) Realize Phase: Configure, develop, and test the SAP solution based on the requirements defined in the Explore phase. The purpose of the SAP

Release phase of the methodology is to start configuring the SAP systems according to the Backlog document which should have been signed off during the Explore phase. Project teams will work based on multiple planned sprints which break down the backlog requirements into smaller deliverables. These deliverables will be showcased to the business process owner and signed off once they match the agreed-upon completion criteria.

5) Deploy Phase: Transition the solution to the production environment and ensure user readiness for the new system. The SAP Deploy phase of

the SAP Activate methodology is usually done over a weekend or during office downtime, as the new SAP system is deployed for use. The cutover in SAP signals the culmination of months of hard work, but once completed and checked by the partner and customer, business users will continue to be supported if there are any doubts or face any issues.

6) Run Phase: Ensure smooth operation and continuous improvement of the SAP solution post go-live. The final phase of the SAP Activate

methodology is the SAP Run phase. This phase signifies the end of the customer’s lifecycle; from identifying the right solution for their business need to finally implementing the solution and running business processes as needed.

Company: Separate Legal entity that is responsible for its own financial reporting and accounting.

Company code: Separate Financial entity within the corporate group/company.

Plant: It is an organizational unit where production, Maintenance activities takes place.

Storage location: It is an organizational unit where material gets store physically

Purchase organization: it is an organizational unit, responsible for procurement of material/service when procure externally.

Purchasing group: Individual or group of member responsible for procurement.