Unit 1

Getting Started

Build the conceptual foundation: what Embedded Analytics is, how it fits into S/4HANA, and how to get into the system for your first hands-on steps.

Webinar Launchpad /Unit 1
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Chapters & resources

Chapter 1

Introduction

Sets the scene for the webinar: goals, structure and what Embedded Analytics means for customers, partners and consultants working with SAP S/4HANA.
- covers: Motivation - Definition - Advantages - Scope of Analytical UIs -

Chapter 2

Big Picture

How analytics is embedded directly into the transactional layer of S/4HANA – real-time insight-to-action without switching to a separate tool.
- covers: Evolution - Concepts - Building Blocs - Analytics Strategy

Chapter 3

Foundations & Architecture

The technical foundation: in-memory HANA, the Virtual Data Model, CDS views and the single source of truth that keeps analytics and transactions consistent.
- covers: Fiori Layer, Dragonfly, Analytical Data Model, Analytic Engine, Data Access

Chapter 4

Fiori Concepts and Launchpad

Navigating the SAP Fiori Launchpad, understanding spaces and pages including the fundamental concepts of Fiori relevant for Analytics.

Chapter 5

Roles, Catalogs and Access Rights

Understanding role, catalogs and authorization concept behind analytical access.

Chapter 6

First Steps using Analytical Apps

A guided tour of the standard analytical apps available out of the box and how to recognise the different app types.

Hands-on

Hands-on: Explore Analytical Apps & Basic Features

Log into the system, open your first analytical apps and try the basic features to get comfortable in the environment.