Framework for SAP Data Integration: Flexible, Efficient, Scalable

Framework for SAP Data Integration: Flexible, Efficient, Scalable

SAP data integration is complex: performance issues, storage limitations, and third-party system integration pose significant challenges for businesses. With our flexible framework, you can create a powerful and scalable solution that seamlessly complements SAP BW and S/4HANA—efficient, future-proof, and cost-effective.

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In today’s data-driven world, businesses face a central challenge: how can large volumes of data be extracted and integrated efficiently, reliably, and flexibly? This is especially critical in environments using SAP BW and SAP S/4HANA, where performance issues and storage limitations quickly become obstacles. Additionally, many companies rely on reporting tools like Power BI or other non-SAP solutions, further increasing the demand for seamless data integration. The transition to an S/4 system is not just a technical challenge—it also requires the efficient connection of third-party systems. At the same time, companies must manage data reloads, reinitializations, and rapid deltas under tight time constraints to meet both current and future reporting requirements.

The solution? A flexible, high-performance, and cost-effective framework that enables seamless and efficient data extraction and integration—while cleverly bypassing existing third-party limitations. A true game-changer in SAP data integration, developed in collaboration with our partner metafinanz.

Challenges of SAP Data Integration

Integrating SAP data into modern data platforms is a complex task for many companies. New regulations, such as SAP Note 3255746, which prohibits the use of RFC modules from the ODP Data Replication API by customer or third-party applications, further increase uncertainties in data integration. As a result, businesses need powerful alternatives to meet the growing demands.

Common Challenges in SAP Data Integration:

  • Performance Bottlenecks: When extractors cannot be sufficiently parallelized, systems quickly reach their limits.
  • Storage Limitations: Large data volumes strain source systems, leading to inefficient processes.
  • High Flexibility Requirements: Custom requirements and evolving data models make stable integration more difficult.
  • Third-Party System Integration: Reporting with tools like Power BI or Tableau requires dynamic and scalable solutions.

Flexible Framework for Modern and High-Performance SAP Data Integration

To address these challenges, we have developed an innovative framework in collaboration with metafinanz. It enables seamless, high-performance, and cost-efficient data integration and extraction—optimized for SAP BW and S/4HANA.

  1. Custom Data Extraction: Flexible configurations, such as serialization via paging, allow for tailored adjustments and minimize storage issues in source systems.
  2. Dynamic Filtering and Parallelization: Parallel data extraction through customizable filters—efficient and resource-friendly.
  3. Flexible Paging: Ensures stability for large data sources with server-side paging.
  4. Granular Initializations: Initializations can be precisely aligned with countries, materials, plants, or customer-specific objects to meet specific data requirements.
  5. Scalable Integration: Compatible with existing programming languages, frameworks, and interfaces for seamless integration.
  6. Fast System Switching: Configuration mechanisms enable effortless switching between development, test, and production environments.
  7. Operational Excellence: Comprehensive support for load management, monitoring, and error handling, with flexible response options to system load bottlenecks via data extraction control parameters.
  8. Enhanced Customer Deltas: Reduces the need for full loads, saving time and system resources. If required, our expertise can be integrated directly into your data processes.
  9. Seamless Hyperscaler Integration (Optional): Consistent data management solutions on platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
Diagram illustrating SAP data integration using a flexible framework. On the left: SAP S/4HANA components, including SAP Extractors, ABAP CDS Views, BW/4HANA InfoProviders, SAP LT, and HANA Info-Views, managed by the SAP Operational Data Provisioning Framework with Custom Delta and Delta Queue. In the center: Data transfer via OData Services and REST API Call. On the right: Integration into MetaB.ricks with modules such as Utility, Unity Catalog, Source Systems, Metadata Management, and Monitoring. At the bottom: Data storage in a Raw Container and Unity Catalog Container (Bronze, Silver, Gold). A decision tree for the load mechanism is highlighted.
Framework project example

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At a Glance: Why Our Framework is a Game Changer

Our framework was specifically designed to overcome the limitations of existing systems. It offers:

  • Time Savings: Fewer full loads thanks to enhanced customer deltas
  • Resource Efficiency: Optimized data extraction without overloading source systems
  • Future-Proofing: Flexible adaptation to new requirements and technologies

Data integration is a critical success factor for data-driven businesses. With our framework, you can tackle these challenges efficiently and sustainably. Seamless integration into existing IT landscapes and adaptability to individual requirements make it a future-proof solution for your data management processes.

With b.telligent and metafinanz as Your Partners, You Benefit From:

  1. Expert Knowledge: Years of experience in SAP data integration.
  2. Innovative Technologies: Cutting-edge approaches tailored to your specific needs.
  3. Scalable Solutions: Designed for small, mid-sized, and large enterprises.

Take the Next Step with Us!

Are you currently facing challenges with SAP data integration? Are you looking for an efficient solution for data extraction and integration? Contact us today. Our experts will be happy to advise you and find the optimal solution for your requirements.

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