Course Outline
Session 1 (4h)
Module 1 – S/4HANA Fundamentals for Auditors (2h)
- Core architecture (ABAP, Fiori, catalogs/roles).
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Key Changes vs. 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 tcode).
- Fiori catalogs and roles (app-id, catalog, space).
- Basic SoD matrix and common 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 analysis.
- STAD/ST03N: usage statistics, sessions, and peak usage.
- Read Access Logging (RAL): concepts and use cases.
- 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 (periods), entry segregation, and journal approval workflows.
- MM: Release strategies, limits, single supplier settings, and condition changes.
- SD: Credit limits (FSCM Credit Management) and price/condition modifications.
- BP: Controls on creation/exchange, including fiscal and banking sensitivity.
- Risk-driven sampling and selection techniques.
Session 4 (4h)
Module 6 – Comprehensive laboratory + reporting (3h)
- Review roles and access rights of a critical user.
- Trace operations (buy/sell) and gather evidence (SM20/SCU3).
- Document findings using captures and exports.
- Preparation of working papers and ensuring traceability.
Module 7 – Closure and action plan (1h)
- Internal control checklist for S/4.
- Prioritization of findings and recommendations.
Deliverables:
- Checklist of 20+ controls (FI/MM/SD/BP).
- Quick guide to SM19/SM20, SUIM, SCU3, STAD/ST03N.
Requirements
- A solid understanding of basic auditing principles
- Prior experience with SAP systems
- Familiarity with established compliance and control frameworks
Target Audience
- Auditors
- Internal control specialists
- SAP security consultants
- Compliance officers
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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…
