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Duration 16 hours
Course Outline
Session 1 (4h)
Module 1 – S/4HANA Fundamentals for Auditors (2h)
- Core architecture components (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 (authorisations by T-code).
- Fiori catalogs and roles (app-id, catalog, space).
- Basic SoD matrix and typical findings (e.g., creation and release within the same role).
Session 2 (4h)
Module 3 – Security Logs and Traces (3h)
- Security Audit Log (SM19/SM20): activation, filtering, and interpretation.
- STAD/ST03N: usage statistics, session analysis, and peak identification.
- Read Access Logging (RAL): concepts and application scenarios.
- Best practices for evidence retention and export.
Module 4 – Configuration Changes and Sensitive Data (1h)
- SCU3 (change documents) and SCC4 (change policy).
- Critical parameters (RZ10/RZ11): reading and evidence gathering.
Session 3 (4h)
Module 5 – Process Controls (FI/MM/SD) in S/4 (4h)
- FI: Tolerances, OB52 (periods), segregation of entries, and journal approval via workflows.
- MM: Release strategies, limits, single-supplier rules, and condition changes.
- SD: Credit limits (FSCM Credit Management) and price/condition adjustments.
- BP: Controls on creation/exchange, and fiscal/banking sensitivity.
- Risk-driven sampling and selection techniques.
Session 4 (4h)
Module 6 – Comprehensive Laboratory + Reporting (3h)
- Elevating roles and access for a critical user.
- Tracing operations (buy/sell) and obtaining evidence via SM20/SCU3.
- Documenting findings with screenshots and exports.
- Preparing working papers and ensuring traceability.
Module 7 – Closure and Action Plan (1h)
- Internal control checklist specific to S/4.
- Prioritising findings and formulating recommendations.
Deliverables:
- Checklist containing 20+ controls (FI/MM/SD/BP).
- Quick reference guide for SM19/SM20, SUIM, SCU3, STAD/ST03N.
Requirements
- A foundational understanding of basic auditing principles
- Practical experience with SAP systems
- Familiarity with compliance and control frameworks
Target 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…
