SAP navigation · LessonReviewed by Ravi M, SAP Trainer, 10 yrs · Updated · Published · SAP S/4HANA 2023 · all levels
SAP Menus
SAP menus provide a structured way to find functions when you do not know the transaction code. Understanding the SAP menu (and role-based menus) helps newcomers discover functionality and helps everyone when a code is not to hand.
Quick answer
SAP GUI opens on the SAP Easy Access menu, a tree of every function by area, and most users get a role-based menu showing only the transactions their job needs. The Favourites folder pins the ones you repeat. Menus are for discovery; once you know the codes for your area, the command field is faster and you bypass the tree.
Key takeaways
- Watch out: Relying only on menus once you know the codes.
Favourites
The Favourites folder lets each user pin their frequently-used transactions for one-click access, a simple but big time-saver that complements the menu.
Common pitfalls
- Relying only on menus once you know the codes.
- Ignoring role-based menus that focus the options.
- Not using Favourites for repeated tasks.