Course Outline
Session 1 (4 hours)
Module 1 – S/4HANA Fundamentals for Auditors (2 hours)
- Core architecture (ABAP, Fiori, catalogs, and roles).
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Key differences compared to ECC:
- Business Partner (BP).
- Universal Journal (ACDOCA).
- Flexible workflows.
- Location of Audit Information System (AIS): transactions and their Fiori equivalents.
Module 2 – Access, Roles, and Essential SoD (2 hours)
- Managing users, PFCG, SUIM, SU53, and SU24 (authorizations by transaction code).
- Fiori catalogs and roles (app ID, catalog, and space).
- Basic SoD matrix and common findings (e.g., creation and release permissions in the same role).
Session 2 (4 hours)
Module 3 – Security Logs and Traces (3 hours)
- Security Audit Log (SM19/SM20): activation, filters, and reading data.
- STAD/ST03N: usage statistics, session management, and peak analysis.
- Read Access Logging (RAL): concepts and use cases.
- Best practices for evidence retention and export.
Module 4 – Configuration Changes and Sensitive Data (1 hour)
- SCU3 (change documents) and SCC4 (change policy).
- Critical parameters (RZ10/RZ11): reading and evidence gathering.
Session 3 (4 hours)
Module 5 – Process Controls (FI/MM/SD) in S/4 (4 hours)
- FI: Tolerances, OB52 (period management), entry segregation, and journal approval (workflow).
- MM: Release strategies, limits, single-source suppliers, and condition changes.
- SD: Credit limits (FSCM Credit Management), pricing, and condition changes.
- BP: Controls on creation and exchange, fiscal, and banking sensitivity.
- Risk-driven sampling and selection techniques.
Session 4 (4 hours)
Module 6 – Comprehensive Lab + Reporting (3 hours)
- Assigning roles and access for a critical user.
- Tracing operations (buy/sell) and obtaining evidence (SM20/SCU3).
- Documenting findings with screenshots and exports.
- Preparing working papers and ensuring traceability.
Module 7 – Closure and Action Plan (1 hour)
- Internal control checklist for S/4.
- Prioritizing findings and recommendations.
Deliverables:
- Checklist of 20+ controls (FI/MM/SD/BP).
- Quick guide to SM19/SM20, SUIM, SCU3, and STAD/ST03N.
Requirements
- A foundational understanding of auditing principles.
- Prior experience working 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…
