Description

Introduction

SAP Cloud Platform Integration (SAP CPI) is a robust middleware solution designed to connect cloud and on-premise applications seamlessly. As enterprises shift towards digital transformation, SAP CPI plays a crucial role in enabling smooth data exchange, automating business processes, and enhancing system interoperability.

This advanced training is designed for professionals looking to master end-to-end integration scenarios using SAP CPI. Participants will learn to design, configure, and optimize complex integrations while ensuring security, monitoring, and performance best practices. Through real-world case studies and hands-on exercises, this course provides a deep dive into the capabilities of SAP CPI for modern enterprise integrations.

Prerequisites

• Basic knowledge of SAP Cloud Platform Integration (SAP CPI).

• Understanding of enterprise integration concepts (APIs, web services, messaging).

• Familiarity with SAP ERP, SAP S/4HANA, or SAP BW is beneficial.

• Experience with XML, JSON, and scripting languages (Groovy/JavaScript) is helpful.

Table of Contents

1. SAP CPI Architecture and Core Components

1.1 Overview of SAP CPI and Integration Suite
1.2 Cloud vs. On-Premise Integration Models
1.3 Key Components: Adapters, Connectors, and Message Processing

2. Designing and Developing Integration Flows (iFlows)

2.1 Understanding iFlows and Message Processing Pipelines
2.2 Using Pre-Packaged Content from SAP API Business Hub
2.3 Building Custom iFlows with Content Modifiers and Routers

3. Working with Adapters and Protocols

3.1 HTTP, SOAP, and REST Adapters
3.2 JDBC, SFTP, IDoc, and OData Integration
3.3 Configuring Secure Connections and API Calls

4. Data Transformation and Mapping Techniques

4.1 Handling JSON, XML, and CSV Data Formats
4.2 Graphical Mapping vs. XSLT and Groovy Scripting
4.3 Using Message Transformers and Content Modifiers

5. API Management and External System Integration

5.1 Managing API Calls and Responses
5.2 Implementing API Policies and Rate Limits
5.3 Integrating SAP CPI with External REST and SOAP Web Services

6. Security and Authentication in SAP CPI

6.1 Authentication Mechanisms: OAuth, SAML, Basic Authentication
6.2 Implementing SSL Certificates and Secure Connections
6.3 Managing User Roles and Access Control

7. Monitoring, Logging, and Error Handling

7.1 Setting Up Integration Flow Monitoring and Alerts
7.2 Debugging and Troubleshooting SAP CPI Errors
7.3 Performance Optimization and Best Practices

8. Advanced SAP CPI Scenarios and Process Orchestration

8.1 Event-Driven Integrations and Asynchronous Processing
8.2 Handling Bulk Data Transfers and Batching
8.3 Implementing Business Process Automation with CPI

9. Real-World Enterprise Integration Scenarios

9.1 Integrating SAP CPI with SAP S/4HANA, SuccessFactors, and Ariba
9.2 Connecting SAP CPI with Third-Party Cloud Services (AWS, Azure)
9.3 Case Study: Automating Financial Data Exchange in SAP CPI

10. Best Practices and Future Trends in SAP CPI

10.1 Optimizing SAP CPI Performance and Reliability
10.2 Emerging Trends: AI-Driven Integration and Event Mesh
10.3 SAP’s Roadmap for Cloud Integration and Beyond

Mastering SAP CPI is essential for IT professionals and integration architects who want to build scalable and secure enterprise integrations. This training provides in-depth knowledge of SAP CPI’s capabilities, covering complex integration scenarios, security, and monitoring best practices. By the end of this course, participants will have the expertise to design and optimize SAP CPI-based integrations, ensuring seamless connectivity across SAP and non-SAP applications.