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Duration 16 hours
Course Outline
Session 1 (4h)
Module 1 – S/4HANA Fundamentals for Auditors (2h)
- Basic architecture (ABAP, Fiori, catalogs/roles).
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Key Differences from ECC:
- Business Partner.
- Universal Journal (ACDOCA).
- Flexible Workflows.
- Current AIS locations: transactions and their Fiori equivalents.
Module 2 – Access, roles, and essential SoD (2h)
- Users, PFCG, SUIM, SU53, SU24 (authorizations by transaction code).
- Fiori catalogs and roles (app-id, catalog, space).
- Basic SoD matrix and typical findings (e.g., creation and release in the same role).
Session 2 (4h)
Module 3 – Security logs and traces (3h)
- Security Audit Log (SM19/SM20): activation, filtering, and review.
- STAD/ST03N: usage statistics, sessions, and peak analysis.
- Read Access Logging (RAL): concept and applicable scenarios.
- Best practices for evidence retention and export.
Module 4 – Configuration changes and sensitive data (1h)
- SCU3 (change documents), SCC4 (change policy).
- Critical parameters (RZ10/RZ11): review and evidence collection.
Session 3 (4h)
Module 5 – Process Controls (FI/MM/SD) in S/4 (4h)
- FI: Tolerances, OB52 (posting periods), entry segregation, and journal approval workflows.
- MM: Release strategies, limits, single supplier rules, and condition changes.
- SD: Credit limits (FSCM Credit Management), price and condition changes.
- BP: Controls on creation/exchange, and fiscal/banking sensitivity.
- Risk-driven sampling and selection techniques.
Session 4 (4h)
Module 6 – Comprehensive laboratory + reporting (3h)
- Role and access elevation for a critical user.
- Operation tracing (buy/sell) and evidence collection (SM20/SCU3).
- Documenting findings with captures and exports.
- Preparation of working papers and traceability.
Module 7 – Closure and action plan (1h)
- Internal control checklist for S/4.
- Prioritization of findings and recommendations.
Deliverables:
- Checklist containing 20+ controls (FI/MM/SD/BP).
- Quick guide to SM19/SM20, SUIM, SCU3, STAD/ST03N.
Requirements
- A solid understanding of fundamental auditing principles
- Experience with SAP systems
- Familiarity with compliance and control frameworks
Audience
- Auditors
- Internal control specialists
- SAP security consultants
- Compliance officers
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…
