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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 concept.
- 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 (authorization checks via t-code).
- Fiori catalogs and roles (app-id, catalog, space).
- Basic SoD matrix and common audit 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, session analysis, and peak activity 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): Analysis and evidence collection.
Session 3 (4h)
Module 5 – Process Controls (FI/MM/SD) in S/4 (4h)
- FI: Tolerances, OB52 (posting periods), entry segregation, and journal approval workflows.
- MM: Release strategies, limit settings, single-source purchasing, and condition changes.
- SD: Credit limits (FSCM Credit Management) and price/condition modifications.
- BP: Controls over creation/exchange, fiscal, and banking sensitivity.
- Risk-based sampling and selection methodologies.
Session 4 (4h)
Module 6 – Comprehensive Laboratory + Reporting (3h)
- Simulating elevated roles and access for a critical user profile.
- Tracing operations (purchase/sale) and gathering evidence (SM20/SCU3).
- Documenting findings with screenshots and data exports.
- Preparing working papers and ensuring traceability.
Module 7 – Closure and Action Plan (1h)
- Internal control checklist for S/4HANA.
- Prioritizing findings and formulating recommendations.
Deliverables:
- A checklist containing over 20 controls (FI/MM/SD/BP).
- A quick reference guide for SM19/SM20, SUIM, SCU3, and STAD/ST03N.
Requirements
- A solid grasp of fundamental auditing principles
- Prior experience working with SAP systems
- Knowledge of compliance and internal 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…
