KEY HIGHLIGHTS
In 2024, SAP systems continue to be the backbone of enterprise operations, orchestrating everything from financial transactions to supply chain management. As organizations continue to leverage SAP for competitive advantage, ensuring the robustness and reliability of these systems has never been more critical.
Businesses are continuously forced to adapt to changing requirements in an already competitive landscape. But quality can’t be compromised. A weak test strategy often falters with high value SAP projects due to common quality pitfalls: weak decisions, inadequate testing before golive, and unclear quality goals. To succeed, a robust SAP test strategy is essential. This involves setting metrics, defining inputs and outputs, and benchmarking against established standards.
This underscores the importance of a comprehensive SAP test strategy—a
blueprint that not only safeguards against disruptions but also aligns with
the evolving technological landscape and business needs. Here’s an indepth look at what makes a cutting-edge SAP test strategy in 2024.
A Checklist for a Successful SAP Test Strategy
Before you begin working on your SAP test strategy, you need to have the following in place:
Clear Acceptance Criteria
Define what constitutes a successful test
Documented Test Scenarios
Outline your testing steps and scope.
Test Scenario Availability
Have all necessary test scenarios ready
Linked Scenarios and Criteria
Connect test scenarios to acceptance criteria.
Master Data Preparation
Ensure data is available for testing.
SAP Expertise
Have the right team members with SAP knowledge.
Defined Processes
Establish clear procedures for test preparation and execution
Metric-Based Assessment
Track progress and quality using metrics.
Efficient Defect Resolution
Quickly address and track defects.
Swift Decision-Making
Make timely decisions on test scope and defect resolution.
Uninterrupted Testing
Avoid technical issues that hinder testing.
Proactive Management
Test and project managers should actively control the process
Understanding the SAP Ecosystem
SAP systems are no longer just monolithic platforms; they are complex, multi-faceted environments that integrate with a myriad of other systems. The contemporary SAP landscape includes:
- SAP S/4HANA: The latest ERP suite that leverages in-memory computing to provide real-time insights.
- SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP): Integrates data, analytics, and AI capabilities.
- SAP SuccessFactors and SAP Ariba: Cloud solutions for HR and procurement, respectively.
- SAP Fiori: A user experience (UX) design for SAP applications.
