SAP BASIS & HANA - DEMO

Summary

This session introduces SAP, a suite of application software used for business data processing, with a focus on its history, products like SAP S4/HANA and ERP, and its evolution from a private partnership founded in 1972 to a global enterprise. The speaker outlines the role of the SAP Basis Consultant, emphasizing the importance of technical foundations for SAP applications to function effectively, and mentions the session's agenda, which includes discussions on SAP implementation, versions, and technical support.

Takeaways

• 😀 The session is an introductory meeting about SAP, focusing on timelines, new member orientation, and various SAP-related topics.
• 📅 The main agenda is to understand the timelines and get acquainted with SAP for new members.
• 🔍 SAP stands for Systems, Applications, and Products in Data Processing, which is an application software used for business data processing.
• 💡 SAP was founded in July 1972 by former IBM employees, initially named 'System Analysis and Program Development'.
• 🌐 SAP is a cross-platform software that can be installed on various operating systems including Windows, Linux, and macOS.
• 🛠️ The SAP Basis team is responsible for the technical foundation of SAP applications, ensuring they are up and running.
• 🔧 The Basis team's duties include installation, configuration, integration, support, and resolving performance issues.
• 📚 SAP offers a wide range of products such as SAP S/4 HANA, SAP ERP, SAP PLM, and more, with over 150 products in total.
• 🌟 SAP Basis is described as a 'Business Application Software Integrated Solutions', acting as an interface with the database and operating system.
• 📈 The session will cover topics like SAP implementation, which includes installation, upgrades, and configuration.
• ⏰ The current batch has a daily 1-hour slot from 7 to 8 a.m. IST for learning and practice on the server.

Q & A

What does SAP stand for?

SAP stands for Systems, Applications, and Products in Data Processing, which is a set of application software used in business data processing.

When was SAP founded and by whom?

SAP was founded in July 1972 by a group of ex-IBM employees, known as the '5 IBM servicemen'.

What type of software is SAP?

SAP is an enterprise application software that supports various business processes and functions.

What is the significance of the term 'BASIS' in the context of SAP?

BASIS in SAP refers to the technical foundation that enables SAP applications to function, including middleware, programs, and tools that act as an interface with the database and operating system.

What is the role of a BASIS consultant in an organization?

A BASIS consultant is responsible for ensuring that SAP systems are up and running, including tasks such as installation, configuration, integration, support, and fixing performance issues.

What is the full form of ERP in the context of SAP?

ERP stands for Enterprise Resource Planning, which is a type of software developed by SAP SE to incorporate key business functions in an organization.

How many languages does SAP support as of the script's knowledge?

As of the script's knowledge, SAP supports over 50 languages.

What is the difference between SAP ERP and SAP S/4HANA?

SAP ERP is an older product for enterprise resource planning, while SAP S/4HANA is a more recent product that includes advanced in-memory database capabilities and is designed to be more efficient and flexible.

What programming languages were initially used to write SAP applications?

SAP applications were initially written in C and C++ languages.

Can SAP be installed on any operating system?

Yes, SAP can be installed on any operating system, including Windows, Linux, and macOS, making it a cross-platform application.

What is the focus of the daily one-hour class mentioned in the script?

The focus of the daily one-hour class is on BASIS-related topics, including installations, upgrades, configurations, integrations, support work, and other related tasks.