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SAP Master Data Integration

Hub-and-Spoke Model: MDI acts as a central hub for master data synchronization, distributing data changes to connected spokes (applications like SAP S/4HANA and SAP SuccessFactors).

Designed specifically for process integration style use cases, which involve consistent master data synchronization as described in the SAP Integration Solution Advisory Methodology (ISA-M).

MDI supports use cases like workforce synchronization between SAP S/4HANA Cloud and SAP SuccessFactors in the Hire to Retire process.

Why Not Other Options?

SAP Master Data Governance (B) is used for data governance and quality management, not real-time synchronization.

SAP Cloud Integration (C) is focused on message-based integration rather than master data-specific synchronization.

SAP NetWeaver Master Data Management (D) is an older solution not recommended for modern SAP BTP architectures.

References:

SAP Master Data Integration

SAP Integration Solution Advisory Methodology documentation (available on SAP Help Portal).

For the described scenario, SAP Integration Suite and SAP Cloud ALM are optimal because:

SAP Integration Suite

It is designed for managing periodic data integrations, transformations, and forwarding to business partners.

The suite supports multi-system integrations, enabling data exchange between SAP S/4HANA (on-premise) and third-party APIs.

Built-in tools like Cloud Integration and Integration Advisor allow you to define mappings, transformations, and message flows efficiently with minimal resources and budget.

SAP Cloud ALM

This service supports centralized monitoring of integration scenarios, meeting the requirement for IT to oversee the process.

It provides pre-configured dashboards and alerts to manage and troubleshoot integrations in real time.

This combination ensures minimal maintenance costs and reduced complexity while offering a robust integration and monitoring framework.

References:

SAP Integration Suite

SAP Cloud ALM

To establish connectivity between the end-user applications and the SAP S/4HANA on-premise backend system based on the attached diagram, the necessary components are:

Connectivity Service for Step 1:

SAP Connectivity Service establishes a secure communication channel for application requests between SAP Build Work Zone (in BTP) and the backend system.

It handles HTTPS-based communication protocols like OData for accessing the backend system's APIs.

Cloud Connector for Step 2:

SAP Cloud Connector ensures secure communication between the SAP BTP subaccount and the on-premise SAP S/4HANA system.

It creates a secure tunnel for data exchange, allowing Work Zone or other BTP services to access on-premise resources without exposing them directly to the internet.

This combination is the most suitable for maintaining secure and efficient connectivity while aligning with SAP-recommended best practices for hybrid integrations.

References:

SAP Cloud Connector

SAP Connectivity Service

 SAP Alert Notification service for SAP BTP is specifically designed to monitor events such as expiring trust certificates. It sends alerts via various channels (e.g., email, webhook) before critical events occur.

 It can trigger workflows or actions automatically, helping the DevOps/Site Reliability Engineering team stay proactive about certificate expiration and reducing downtime or manual effort.

 This service integrates seamlessly with automation workflows like SAP Automation Pilot to address the issues in real time.(Reference: SAP Alert Notification Service)