SAP glossary · LessonBy Ravi M, SAP Trainer, 10 yrs · Published · SAP S/4HANA 2023 · all levels
Glossary
The vocabulary of SAP, in plain language. Keep this glossary open while you work through the modules; it defines the terms that most often trip up newcomers.
Quick answer
Definitions here are one line each; follow the concept to its full lesson for depth.
Key takeaways
- ERP: enterprise resource planning, integrated business software.
- S/4HANA / ECC: current vs previous ERP generation.
- Client: a self-contained data tenant in a system.
- Watch out: Treating one-line definitions as complete.
Core terms
- ERP: enterprise resource planning, integrated business software.
- S/4HANA / ECC: current vs previous ERP generation.
- Client: a self-contained data tenant in a system.
- Landscape: the DEV/QAS/PRD systems.
- Transport: a package of changes moved between systems.
- Master vs transaction data: stable reference data vs business events.
Development and integration
- ABAP: SAP’s programming language.
- CDS / OData: modern data modeling / the REST protocol for Fiori.
- BAPI / RFC / IDoc: classic integration mechanisms.
- HANA: the in-memory database.
How to use it
Definitions here are one line each; follow the concept to its full lesson for depth. Refer back whenever a term is unfamiliar.
Common pitfalls
- Treating one-line definitions as complete.
- Confusing master and transaction data.
- Mixing up system, client and instance.
Practice challenge
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Question 1 of 3
Which statement is true of Glossary?
Frequently asked questions
What does the term Glossary refer to in SAP?
The vocabulary of SAP, in plain language. Keep this glossary open while you work through the modules; it defines the terms that most often trip up newcomers.
What else is worth knowing about Glossary?
Definitions here are one line each; follow the concept to its full lesson for depth.
What is the practical takeaway on Glossary?
ERP: enterprise resource planning, integrated business software. S/4HANA / ECC: current vs previous ERP generation. Client: a self-contained data tenant in a system.
What tends to go wrong with Glossary?
Treating one-line definitions as complete. Confusing master and transaction data. Mixing up system, client and instance.