The Comprehensive SAP ABAP Programming and Integration course is designed to provide participants with a solid foundation in SAP ERP, ABAP programming, and integration techniques. Whether you are a beginner aiming to start a career as an SAP developer or an experienced professional seeking to enhance your ABAP skills, this course covers a wide range of topics to equip you with the knowledge and hands-on experience needed in the SAP ecosystem.
Course Outline:
Module 1: SAP ERP Overview and Implementation Cycle
Introduction to SAP ERP and its significance in modern business
Understanding the SAP implementation lifecycle and project phases
Roles and responsibilities within an SAP implementation team
Module 2: Introduction to ABAP Programming
What is ABAP (Advanced Business Application Programming)?
Exploring the role of ABAP in SAP customization and development
Setting up the development environment and obtaining SAP system access
Module 3: SAP System Landscape and Access
Understanding the SAP system landscape and architecture
Differentiating between SAP system types (Development, Quality, Production)
Obtaining system access and navigating the SAP GUI
Module 4: ABAP Data Dictionary
Introduction to the ABAP Data Dictionary
Creating and maintaining database tables, structures, and views
Defining data elements, domains, and search helps
Module 5: Table Maintenance Generator
Implementing the Table Maintenance Generator to manage table data
Enabling basic data maintenance functionalities
Module 6: Your First ABAP Program
Building your first ABAP program step by step
Understanding the structure of an ABAP program
Executing and testing ABAP programs
Module 7: ABAP Syntax and New Features (7.4 and 7.5)
Learning fundamental ABAP syntax
Exploring new features introduced in ABAP 7.4 and 7.5
Writing efficient and modern ABAP code
Module 8: Modularization and Function Modules
Implementing modularization techniques for better code structure
Creating and using function modules for reusable code components
Remote Function Call (RFC) and its importance in distributed systems
Module 9: Classical and ALV Reports
Designing classical ABAP reports using basic output techniques
Introduction to the ABAP List Viewer (ALV) for enhanced reporting capabilities
Module 10: SAP Smart Forms
Creating print forms using SAP Smart Forms
Designing templates for various business documents
Module 11: LSMW and BDC (Batch Data Communication)
Utilizing LSMW (Legacy System Migration Workbench) for data migration
Implementing BDC for automated data input and mass processing
Module 12: Module Pool Programming
Introduction to module pool programming for interactive user interfaces
Creating screens, input/output fields, and processing logic
Module 13: Enhancements and ABAP Debugging
Understanding enhancement techniques (User Exits, BADI, Enhancement Points)
Using the ABAP Debugger for analyzing and troubleshooting code
Module 14: OData Service and ALE/IDoc
Introduction to OData services for building RESTful APIs
Exploring Application Link Enabling (ALE) and Intermediate Document (IDoc) for data exchange
Module 15: Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) and IDoc
Understanding Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) concepts
Configuring and using IDocs for seamless B2B data exchange
CDS Views and AMDP
By the end of this course, participants will have gained a comprehensive understanding of SAP ERP, ABAP programming, and integration techniques. They will be equipped to create efficient ABAP programs, develop custom reports and forms, integrate SAP systems through various methods, and confidently navigate the SAP landscape. Whether for personal skill enhancement or professional growth, this course lays a solid foundation for success in the SAP domain.