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Roadmap For Learning SAP Analytics Cloud

The document provides a structured roadmap for learning SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC), starting from foundational knowledge to advanced topics. It covers key areas such as data connectivity, visualization, advanced data modeling, planning, and certification paths. Additionally, it includes resources for learning and project-based exercises to enhance practical skills.

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Roadmap For Learning SAP Analytics Cloud

The document provides a structured roadmap for learning SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC), starting from foundational knowledge to advanced topics. It covers key areas such as data connectivity, visualization, advanced data modeling, planning, and certification paths. Additionally, it includes resources for learning and project-based exercises to enhance practical skills.

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Roadmap for Learning SAP Analytics Cloud

Roadmap for Learning SAP Analytics Cloud

road map for learning sap analytics cloud

Here’s a structured roadmap for learning SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC), covering foundational to advanced
concepts:

1. Foundational Knowledge

A. Understand SAP Analytics Cloud Basics

 What is SAP Analytics Cloud? (Cloud-based BI, Planning & Predictive Analytics)

 Key Features: Data Visualization, Planning, Predictive Analytics, Augmented Analytics

 Deployment Options: Public Cloud, Embedded (with SAP BW, S/4HANA, etc.)

B. Prerequisites

 Basic understanding of Business Intelligence (BI) concepts.

 Familiarity with data modeling and visualization tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau).

 Knowledge of SAP systems (helpful but not mandatory).

2. Getting Started with SAC

A. SAP Analytics Cloud Interface

 Navigation & Workspace Overview

 Stories (Dashboards), Analytical Applications, Digital Boardroom

 Datasets vs. Models (Acquisition vs. Advanced Modeling)

B. Data Connectivity

 Importing Data: Excel, CSV, Google Drive

 Live Connections: SAP HANA, SAP BW, SAP S/4HANA

 Cloud Connectors: OData, SQL Databases

C. Basic Visualizations

 Charts (Bar, Line, Pie, Scatter)

 Tables, Geo Maps, Filters

 Designing a Simple Dashboard (Story)


3. Intermediate Skills

A. Advanced Data Modeling

 Creating & Managing Models (Dimensions, Measures, Hierarchies)

 Calculated Measures & Restricted Measures

 Time Series Forecasting

 Blending Data from multiple sources

B. Planning & Budgeting

 Setting up Planning Models

 Data Actions (Allocations, Distributions)

 Version Management (Actual vs. Plan)

 Collaborative Planning (Input Templates, Comments)

C. Advanced Analytics

 Predictive Analytics (Smart Predict, Smart Insights)

 Augmented Analytics (Search to Insight, Smart Discovery)

 Statistical & R Integration (for custom predictive models)

4. Advanced Topics

A. SAC for SAP Integration

 Live Connections to SAP BW, SAP S/4HANA

 SAC with SAP Datasphere (Data Warehousing)

 SAC for SAP Analytics (Embedded Analytics in SAP Apps)

B. SAC Scripting & Customization

 Analytical Designer (Custom Widgets, Scripting)

 R Visualizations (Advanced Statistical Charts)

 CSS/JavaScript for Custom Apps

C. Administration & Security

 User Roles & Permissions

 Data Security (Row-Level, Column-Level)


 Scheduling & Distribution (Exporting Stories, Alerts)

5. Certification & Career Growth

A. SAP Analytics Cloud Certification

 SAP Certified Application Associate - SAP Analytics Cloud (C_SAC_***)

 Planning in SAP Analytics Cloud (Specialization)

B. Hands-on Practice

 Use SAP Learning Hub / SAP Trial Version

 Build real-world dashboards (Sales, Finance, HR Analytics)

 Explore SAP Analytics Cloud Community & Forums

C. Career Paths

 SAC Consultant (BI & Planning)

 SAC Developer (Custom Apps & Scripting)

 Data Analyst / Business Analyst (SAC as a tool)

6. Resources for Learning

 Official SAP Training: SAP Learning Hub

 SAP Help Portal: SAC Documentation

 YouTube: SAP Analytics Cloud Tutorials (SAP & Community)

 Books: "SAP Analytics Cloud: The Comprehensive Guide" (SAP Press)

 Community: SAP Community & Stack Overflow (SAC tag)

7. Project-Based Learning

 Beginner: Create a Sales Performance Dashboard.

 Intermediate: Build a Budget Planning Model.

 Advanced: Develop a Predictive Churn Analysis Model.

Final Tips

 Start with free SAP trials for hands-on experience.


 Follow SAP’s roadmap updates (new features like SAC for Sustainability).

 Join SAP User Groups (e.g., ASUG, DSAG).

Would you like recommendations for specific modules (e.g., SAC for Planning vs. BI)?

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