How To Crack A Sap Certification

SAP Certification: How to Approach and Pass
a SAP Certification
Posted by Ravi Sankar Venna Mar 22, 2012
Me, after passing Six SAP Certifications, I thought it is time for me to share my experiences, tips and ideas
with the user community on passing a SAP Certification. SAP Certification is a tensed affair not because
of its toughness, but, because of the money involved in it (gambling on one day cricket match
). This is
particularly true, in case if you have also attended SAP Training at SAP Education or SAP Authorised Training
Institutes. There are many people who have invested everything for just a Certificate. Me also one of such
bunch of jokers (my wife says !!!
) who invests everything in education / certification, and at the end of
the day, what you get is a peace of paper. However, the value of certification will come along with you and
definitely recognised your efforts in the long run. There are many people still blame the certification process
itself, because they feel that SAP has not tested their knowledge properly or they might have failed in one
of their SAP Certifications or they may feel SAP Certification is a waste of money. Probably, this blog is not
for so called intelligent people. I know the importance of hands on experience, but at the same time your
fundamentals must be clear to work on a system. I have seen people who are having very good knowledge and
5 end to end implementations under their belt, but failed. I cannot blame their knowledge, I feel, there is a GAP
in approach in attempting SAP Certification. This blog is for those who are really motivated to crack the SAP
Certification at any cost and prove themselves to add one more A4 size paper to the list of their certificates
I would like to summarize some my personal experiences, tips and ideas, may be helpful in approaching and
cracking SAP Certification.
Identify your strengths: Before writing a certification first know your strengths. If you want to write a
certification in a particular area, you should know whether you have worked in any of those areas and gained
any functional knowledge / domain knowledge / end user experience / configuration experience / coding
experience / training etc. Note that everybody cannot get all the opportunities in all the above areas. But, you
should able to Identify your strengths with respect to these areas, then decide which Certification you are
required to attempt.
Understand SAP Certification Policies: Unfortunately, SAP is having different type of policies with reference
to SAP Certification in different countries. I had to travel from India to Malaysia in order to write my SAP BW
Certification
. Dictionary meaning says Policy means, the rules are same for every one. But, unfortunately,
SAP Education policy change from country to country, person to person and organisation to organisation. They
are very complex, layman like me cannot understand
. First contact your local SAP Education Team and
understand what is their policy applicable for your case and get a written confirmation that you are eligible to
write the certification. Sometimes, it may so happen that you are eligible to write SAP Certification on day 1 and
surprisingly may not be eligible on day 2.
Formal Training: If you are really new to an area, but intended to write SAP Certification, you need to attend
the formal training. In some countries, SAP says, you must get trained from SAP Education / SAP Authorised
Training Partner. But, in other countries, you can register yourself and write the exam. If you are fortunate
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SAP Certification: How to Approach and Pass a SAP Certification
enough to afford the money, then, it is recommended to get some sort of formal training. There may be
some exceptional people who has written some Certifications without formal training. But, please note all
the certification you cannot adopt the same approach. Some of the Certifications really test your ability and
conceptual knowledge. Please note that unless you are formally trained, you cannot reach the level of passing
the Certification Exam. If you pass such certifications without having any knowledge and training, then you are
a star
Plan in advance: You must plan in advance. At least couple of months are really required from the date of
start of your formal training and attempting the certification. If you are privileged to get a formal training from
SAP, you would get lot of new concepts every day and will have less time to practice and study, then your next
day starts for new movie
. Therefore, hardly you get any time to master the things. Since, you have gone
through every page in detail, probably, you may in a better position position to attempt the examination.
Exercises: At the end of the each chapter, there used to be exercises, but do not worry if you are not able to
complete them. In my whole life, I could not complete all the exercises in a book (little incompetent !!! LOL
).
Please note that the exercises are given only to get clarity on the theoretical and conceptual knowledge. They
are not intended to make you master or test your hands on exercises. Therefore, do not put much stress even
if you cannot complete them.
After Training - Before Examination: I would say this is the real crucial stage. During the training period, you
never had chance to revise anything. But, this is the period where you will really put the concepts into your
mind.
Read each Certification Curriculum book for not less than FIVE times, very RELIGIOUSLY, before
going to examination. First time, it would take longer period, but the more number of times you read,
the time would be reduced. You must keep a notes and note down the important points. Meanwhile,
you also highlight any important points with marker and note some questions with pencil. But, all my
Certification books are filled with different marker colours, so could not read anything
Give more importance to chapters with +++ or ++ ratings in the syllabus. You may expect more
number of questions out of these chapters.
You are not advised to memorise the things, but, try to read in order to understand the concepts.
Because, in certification, SAP is trying to test your conceptual knowledge, but not your memory.
Try to answer the questions given at the end of the each chapter.
Practice number of questions during this period. There are number of yahoo / google groups, where
you can find number of sample questions. Try to attempt them. Do not worry, if you are only able
to correct few in your first attempt. Even me used to get few correct answers only. If it is wrong,
understand why it is wrong, if it is correct, why it is correct, this is the only way, you can clear the
conceptual understanding, rather than blindly remembering the answers.
There are number of pictures / graphs that are being given in the Certification material. Please do not
look them as nice looking coloured pictures. Try to analyse them in functional / technical perspective.
Hopefully, you will find lot of meaning from them. Then read the underlying text in conjunction with
those pictures. You will see much and better confidence view.
If you have any time try to go through help.sap.com, where the concepts are written in crystal clear
language. If you find any time and also go through some of the threads on SDN, that would be a
bonus.
Day before examination:
Know the address of your examination center. Otherwise, you may get panic in searching for the
center tomorrow morning

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Go to bed little early.
Do not read too much the whole night, it may not help, moreover, you may be sleepy in the
examination.
On the day of examination:
Get up little early and have relaxed bath, take adequate breakfast.
See if you have time and can rush through pages, but not spend too much time here, you will forget
going to exam.
Ensure that you have identity card (passport / driving license) or admission ticket, pen / pencil etc.
Ensure that you reach half an hour in advance to the examination time. One time, I could not reach
the examination center due to traffic and I am forced to reschedule my examination.
Whoever be the person, there will be definitely some tension boiling inside. But, try to keep yourself
as much relaxed as possible. Just think, even if you do not pass, it is not the end of the world, still
there is a tomorrow. Be calm.
In the Examination Hall:
Before coming to the examination, you must have enquired the pattern of the examination. In earlier pattern,
you can still get partial credit for partially correct questions. However, for new pattern, SAP only will award
marks if all your answers / sub answers are correct in a question. Even if you make one sub-question incorrect,
you will not get any marks for the total question. Therefore, your concepts must be crystal clear, you cannot
take chances to put lotteries in the examination center
, whereas in old pattern, many people used to put
lotteries for unknown questions (including me

), as you were not going to loose anything. No negative
marking is there in either current or old pattern of valuation.
Ensure you have completed all the formalities, like filling the form containing the name, contact
details, address (where you should get your certificate) etc.
Use elimination technique - First try to identify the wrong questions, which you can identify very
easily, then finally you will reach the right answers.
Concentrate on Single Answered Questions - For certain questions are called single answered
questions, which will have radio buttons, only one question will is the correct answer. I heard that they
have higher weightage, but not sure. Ensure that you reach the correct answer by using elimination
technique.
Try to attempt the easy questions first - Try to attempt the easy questions first, then this will give you
confidence and keep you in better frame of mind.
Mark the questions - If you cannot answer the question completely, then put them as "Marked
question", then at the end you can easily identify such questions and complete the answers. Even if
you do not put as "Marked Questions", still you can come back and complete them, it would waste
your valuable time.
Take few minutes break - Go to wash room and come back, your mind may be recharged.
Do not worry much about the time - You should usually get ample time. Every time, I used to get time
to go through all the questions 3 to 4 times. Therefore, in my opinion, time will not be a constraint,
unless somebody spends more than an hour on a single question
Give last ten minutes for re-look at all questions - At this point of time, you do not have the time to
read the question, only look at the question with your eyes and ensure that you have answered all
questions. So, go through in this fashion for all the questions.
Relax - If you are confident, then you can click submit button, if you are shivering, just sit, relax and
close your eyes, the system will take your session and issue the results. If you pass you will see
Congratulations, otherwise, you will see your failed message. You can note down the marks obtained
chapter wise on a plain paper.

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Even if you pass or fail, do not much worry about it, calm / relax and come out of the examination
hall.
After the Examination:
You should get your hard copy of the certificate within 4 - 6 weeks of time from the date of your
Certification.
If not contact your Local / Global SAP Education Team, they should be able to help you out.
Contact SAP Education Team for password of your S ID. This you can use in order visit Service
Market Place (https://service.sap.com). Do not share this User ID and Password with others.
Contact SAP Education Team for your Certification Logo, which you can use on your CV.
Earlier SAP used to send S ID cards. I got for my three certifications, but not for other three. But, I do
not know where I misplaced
Hopefully, I believe that I have covered most important points and will be useful for SAP Certification
aspirants. This is the approach I used to follow. If you have any better approach, you are always welcome with
suggestions and updates.
All the best.
Best Regards,
Ravi
PS: Please do not waste your money on bogus web sites, who are selling the questions / useless materials.
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karthik N in response to Ravi Sankar Venna on page 4

Jun 25, 2015 7:51 AM
Hello Ravi.
I will be glad if they do that but unfortunately it far from imagination but anyways thanks for your valuable
feedback and hope for the best....
Best Regards,
Karthik
Ravi Sankar Venna in response to karthik N on page 5
Jun 24, 2015 8:26 AM
No problem Karthik.
If they are so confident, can they give the same guarantee in writing. If you do not get a job for any reason
whatsoever, will the Institute is ready to refund the whole money paid without asking any further questions. You
should clearly know the marketing tricks of the Institutes.
Please note it is only placement assistance, but NOT job guarantee. Any SAP Education Partner luring the
candidates by way of "Job Guarantee" is against the SAP policies.

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If you go through the discussions, you will find there are Certified people, who are still looking for jobs.
Therefore, do not join the training program just somebody has promised you a job. You should learn out of
passion and interest. Then it would surely fetch you successful career in the long run.
All the best.
Kind Regards,
Ravi
karthik N in response to Ravi Sankar Venna on page 5
Jun 24, 2015 6:44 AM
Hello Ravi,
Thanks for your feedback and sorry for that words included
.....I mentioned about the job because when i
enquired in ATOS they promised me for 100% placement after the certification and those who have done their
certification there also tell the same....and can you suggest me on the study materials....Thanks in advance
Best Regards
Karthik
NVN Ravi Teja
Jun 24, 2015 4:26 AM
Hi Ravi,
Its very good tips you mentioned above. It will be very helpful for candidates who are attempting for
certification.
Even i have checked couple of your blog's, its very impressive which leads to share my ideas and knowledge in
future.
Regards,
Ravi
Ravi Sankar Venna in response to karthik N on page 6
Jun 23, 2015 9:56 AM
Hello Karthik,
Certification is not compulsory to get a job. Being a fresher it only gives knowledge to basic fundamentals of
configuration / business processes. SAP Certification is NOT a guaranteed gateway for job. Please note there
are still many consultants in the market looking for their job.
Employers look beyond Certification. You must have Education / Business Process Knowledge /
Configuration / Domain Knowledge / Communication / Soft Skills / Cultural Fit / Team Work etc.

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Certification is one of the ingredients of the candidate. It is not the the sole one to get you a SAP Job. I
sincerely advise, you set your expectations correct before going for certification. You CANNOT blame SAP
Certification, if you do not get a job.
Hope this helps.
All the best.
Kind Regards,
Ravi
PS: Please read SCN Rules of Engagement
The SCN Rules of Engagement
You cannot use SMS language (ma, plz, u, ...., wanna) in SCN.
karthik N
Jun 23, 2015 9:32 AM
Hi Ravi
I have gone through this blog and got a lot of information from this i sincerly thank you for your time and effort
u have showed in helping out others which is very appreiable...I just wanna convey my idea and check if im
going on the right track or wheather shuld i need to make any alterations in it, I live in Bangalore I have finished
ma bbm(finance) and currently working in a company as accounts executive from 5 month and im interested
in doing SAP FICO module im planing to joing a local institute to learn aboth that module and then do the
certification in ATOS later when im eligilble(when i get more experience) and after finishing the course can
i join a company which is incorporated with SAP so that i can learn more in real time work or is certification
compulsary? and what are other necessary things or skills should be required in order to have an added
advantage to boost up ma career plz suggest...Thanks in advance
Mukesh Sharma
Jun 15, 2015 2:50 PM
Thank you Mr. Ravi sir, the comments are very helpful to me
Ravi Sankar Venna in response to Dinesh Kumar on page 6
Jun 15, 2015 2:31 PM
Hi Dinesh,
Evaluation is your eligibility criteria, whether you worked with SAP Partner, X Numbers of years of
implementation / support experience, letter from your employer etc. They are not going to judge your
knowledge to sit. It would only be tested in the exam.
Best Regards,
Ravi
Dinesh Kumar in response to Ravi Sankar Venna on page 7

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Jun 15, 2015 2:27 PM

Hellow Sir:
Happy to hear a word like this.
But want to ensure the same.
"Evaluation Process" means what you really mean to say. Their scope is to Evaluate knowledge of the
candidate in particular area or else again there also evaluating eligibility criteria's.
If eligibility criteria, then i fail there ?
Pls clarify. I'll be greatful.
Also i'll try to speak with them.
Dinesh Kumar V.
Ravi Sankar Venna in response to Mukesh Sharma on page 7
Jun 15, 2015 2:09 PM
Hello Mukesh,
There are many people written if the fulfill the criteria. There are other options to contact.
Either through "call" or "chat" or "contact us". If you pass their evaluation process, you should be able to write
the exam without training, even in India.
SAP Training & Education | Software & Solutions| SAP | SAP
+91-80-66655771 / 1-800-266-2208
Mukesh Sharma
Jun 15, 2015 1:06 PM
Its very difficult to get a certification (associate level), even you have 5 years exp even then you have have
to pay Rs. 3,50000.00/- including training & taxes and then if you try to contact directly to SAP website
they are not responding , i have tried 5 times even the number which they have given to contact is fake
(+1800-872-1727). Actually if you go by the criteria of SAP you have to pay just pay Rs. 40,000.00/- including
of taxes, why i should i have to pay for training even if i am fulfilling the criteria. Please Guide.
Mukesh Sharma,
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Ravi Sankar Venna in response to Imran Aslam on page 8
Jun 12, 2015 9:24 AM

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Hi Imran,
These books are copyrighted material, which are not for free distribution.
However, you may please look at SAP Learning Hub - Discovery Edition. You get access to number of SAP
materials. You can get subscription initially for one year.
SAP Learning Hub
Meanwhile, may I please advise you to go through the 'SAP Help' SAP Help Portal The central place for SAP
documentation
May be the following blogs would be handy for you.
How to Approach and Pass a SAP Certification
How to transform yourself from a fresher to an expert SAP Consultant?
All the best.
Kind Regards,
Ravi
Imran Aslam
Jun 11, 2015 11:50 PM
Hi Ravi,
I am planning to give the SAP FI associate certification exam here in Canada, and am just now starting to
look for material on the internet to help be study. I have 7/8 years of Financial Accounting experience hence
i wanted to learn SAP and go into the consulting field. Currently i am registered with a website that will go
through the FICO module so that i can get a feel of the software, how it works, how to implement it and some
end-user stuff as well.
Your post was very helpful and gave me the vibe that i need to study with material that is up-to-date and
preferably from SAP itself.
My issue is i have searched the SAP website and cannot find anywhere if i an D/L or even have the option to
buy the book that gets me ready for the SAP FI certification. Is there even anything like this on the website or
do i have to take the SAP Courses online, which can be very expensive.
If there are providers that have books that i can buy to study for the SAP FI exam can you please let me know,
or guide me in the right direction will be very helpful.
thanks much.
Imran

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Ravi Sankar Venna in response to Dinesh Kumar on page 9

Jun 10, 2015 3:00 PM
Hi Dinesh,
Have you checked the eligibility criteriabefore you decided that you are going to write the SAP Exam in
Srilanka?
Not sure if there is SAP Education in Srilanka. Personally, I believe, you will have same the rules in Srilanka
like India. I may be wrong.
Contact Genovate in Srilanka (they are Educational Partners with SAP)
Training Locations
Somebody has suggested Middle East. May be following thread is useful.
SAP Certification via Pearson Vue in Middle East
Hope this helps.

Kind Regards,
Ravi
Dinesh Kumar in response to Ravi Sankar Venna on page
Jun 10, 2015 2:46 PM
Dear Sir :
My Profile :Domain Experience : 5 Years in Discrete Industry
SAP Consultant : Entry Level 6 month Exp.
Requirement In Detail :I am Planning to write SAP PP Associate Level Certification Exam - TSCM42_66.
I never undertaken any training with authorized institute and NO PLAN too soo.
My current location is Tamil Nadu, India.

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As we all know, in India there are certain eligibility patterns to appear with Work Experience. I fail to meet such
requirements.
I decided to take the exam in Srilanka by paying EXAM FEES alone nothing more than that.
For the past 6 months i am preparing for this and i am ready as now.
Presently i am looking where to get register for the exam ?
Pls anyone share the link to register for EXAM @ Srilanka and also pls share the address for communication.
Urgent & Important.
Thanks in Advance,
Dinesh Kumar V.
Poornima Santhosh in response to Ravi Sankar Venna on page 11
May 18, 2015 11:14 AM
Thank you very much Ravi,
I planned this entire week is to prepare myself with scenario based questions
Then going to update my resume thru portals.
Thanks
Poornima
Poornima Santhosh in response to Hillary Pindura on page 11
May 18, 2015 11:09 AM
Hi,
I would say these are the key points according to me
- SAP Solution Manager has very less number of questions.
- Purchase Inventory, Logistics invoice verification and Masterdata are very important topics
(of course they are all of MM :-))
- Very few calculation questions
- important topics are

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- Physical inventory
- Consumption
- Subcontacting
- Automatic PO generation
Enterprise Structure - you should know how to set up plant, purchase org,company code
Please go thru all the above ones , this will help you to clear your exams
Regards
Poornima
Ravi Sankar Venna in response to Poornima Santhosh on page 11
May 18, 2015 10:45 AM
Congratulations Poornima on your stupendous success. Keep it up.
You have done the half job. Remaining half task is more important.
Keep attending interviews.
Give your best.
Learning something new from every interview.
Never fear of failure in the interview. It is part of the game.
Persistence is the key.
All the best.
Kind Regards,
Ravi
Hillary Pindura
May 18, 2015 10:23 AM
Hi Poornima,
Pls share if possible the notes for SAP MM and SD and anything that can help pass the exam. I am looking to
do MM first in the near future.
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Poornima Santhosh
May 18, 2015 9:46 AM
Hi Ravi,
I would say this is my thanks note. Your reviews helped me a lot while preparing for certification.
last friday i got SAP MM certified with 98% score. Thanks so much for the articles which is really really useful

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I have to preprare for interviews. can you please help me with interview point of view?
Regards
Poornima
Hillary Pindura in response to Ravi Sankar Venna on page 12
May 8, 2015 1:47 PM
Thanks for the tips Ravi. mush appreciated.
Ravi Sankar Venna in response to Hillary Pindura on page 12
May 7, 2015 5:22 PM
Hi Hillary,
The best way is to read, read, read and again read. :-)
This is what I followed. First it took 4 days to complete a book, next time, 3 days, 2 days, 1 day, hours. Every
time you find something new when you read the materials. There are some diagrams in in the materials, which
speaks volumes, we may have to analyze those diagrams with creative minds :-)
Please prepare your own notes for each paragraph.
Mark it if there is anything important, you may have to remember some important program names / codes /
length of the fields etc.
Use Markers if there are any important things to be highlighted.
If you have some doubt, please check and look at the system.
But, the important thing, read as many times as possible, so meticulously and religiously. I believe this is the
key to success and please remember SAP Certification is NOT a test for your memory, it is a test for your basic
and fundamental knowledge of your SAP area.
Kind Regards,
Ravi
Hillary Pindura
May 7, 2015 12:52 PM
Hello Ravi and all BASIS Admins
I am planning to write SAP Basis in a months time. i have finished the books so pls advise what is the best way
to revise. should i cearch or buy exam dumps or should i jst stick to the books for revision.
Rahul Badve
Mar 31, 2015 1:43 PM
Hello Ravi,
Thank you very much for your advise. I will certainly contact SAP education regarding eligibility.
Thanks once again.
Regards,

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Rahul
Ravi Sankar Venna in response to Rahul Badve on page 13
Mar 31, 2015 12:55 PM
Hi Rahul,
You need to contact SAP Education, India. They should be able to advise you regarding the eligibility.
Kind Regards,
Ravi
Rahul Badve in response to Ravi Sankar Venna on page 13
Mar 31, 2015 11:36 AM
Hello Ravi,
Yesterday I received SAP Global certificate from the center. I want to learn more in this area and get
certified.You had suggested me to go for CO module as it is tightly integrated with PP module. I just want to
know from you whether I can directly write the exam or do I have to enroll for OLT over the same. Please let
me know.
Thanks & Regards,
Rahul Badve
Pune
India
Feb 3, 2015 7:36 AM
Hello Ravi,
I really appreciate you for your valuable suggestion and thanks for your time for writing back to me.
I also agree what you had said and will act accordingly.
Thanks once again.
Best Regards,
Rahul
Feb 3, 2015 6:17 AM
Hi Rahul,
PP is more tightly integrated with CO module.
It is good to have knowledge in multiple modules and however, you should stick to your core module. You
cannot be a consultant in multiple modules.
As PP and SD will have their own different directions, it would not really much help you.
CO on the other hand is tightly integrated with PP, particularly where there is a product costing.

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Try to learn CO rather than SD.

Hope this helps.
Kind Regards,
Ravi
Feb 3, 2015 4:44 AM
Hello Ravi,
Thanks for your kind words and the information which you have given regarding the certificate.
I am interested in pursuing and getting more knowledge in SD module I have some queries in my mind and so I
thought you are the genuine person who can guide me in this area.
Do I need to once again enrol to SAP authorized partner for SD module?
Will I able to give the certification for SD?
My experience is in the area of Industrial Engineering+Lean Manufacturing. Is the combination of PP and SD
module correct if I want to enter in SAP envoirnment?
Kindly let me know.
Regards,
Rahul Badve
Jan 31, 2015 9:23 PM
Hi Rahul,
Thanks for your cheerful words.
Usually it take 4 to 6 weeks to receive your physical copy of the certificate by post. If you still do not receive
after 6 weeks from the date of your certification, please contact your local SAP Education, they would be able
to help you.
Kind Regards,
Ravi
Nitin Asthana in response to Ravi Sankar Venna on page 16
Jan 31, 2015 9:20 PM
I am very sorry for late reply but because of family problems,I was not connected with web.This comment is to
say thanks to you for your support and guidance.

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I have studied lot but the major problem,I am facing is to start and get first job in SAP BI because my 9
yrs experience is in testing and mentioning that I have theoretical and hands on knowledge but no project
knowledge will not work.
So,I had mentioned 5 yrs experience in BI but now major challenge is to clear implementation level questions.
I will be thankful to you if you provide me some link or questions based on Scenario.
If possible,can you provide me ur personal id because I have to ask something which is very personal and I
have full faith on you that I will get best support.
Waiting for your positive reply.
Jan 31, 2015 10:58 AM
Hello Ravi,
Thank you for your motivation, continuous and timely guidance for all of us in taking up the certification.You
approach has definitely helped me to pass the exam with good marks.
When shall I receive the certificate? Is there any stipulated time to receive it?
Thanks once again Ravi!!
With best regards,
Rahul Badve
Pune
Jan 31, 2015 10:24 AM
Congrats Rahul. Well done, keep it up.
Best Regards,
Ravi
Rahul Badve
Jan 31, 2015 4:51 AM
Hello Ravi,
Yesterday I passed successfully SAP certification exam in PP module with 84%.I really appreciate for your
guidance and approach in taking up the exam.
Thanks once again,
Regards,
Rahul
adil basha
Dec 22, 2014 8:16 AM

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thnq RAVI for ur suggestion..

Ravi Sankar Venna in response to adil basha on page 16
Dec 19, 2014 1:50 PM
If you are working for Infosys and have relevant experience, then please contact SAP India.
They would advise you regarding the evaluation process to be followed.
If you are not working at Infosys and does not have requisite experience, then you need to attend training from
SAP / Authorised Training Centers. Without which you cannot appear the SAP Certification.
Hope this helps.
Kind Regards,
Ravi
adil basha
Dec 19, 2014 12:37 PM
hi,
actually I don't know about SAP certification exam.
but I knew some concepts from SAP ABAP such as ABAP dictionary basics, Reports, Smartforms, Dialog
Programming, because I completed my training in Infosys limited, India.
Could anyone please help me to what to do next.
Thanks.
Ravi Sankar Venna in response to Nitin Asthana on page 17
Dec 14, 2014 8:37 PM
Hi Nithin,
As long as you believe, then it would surely be a right move. Do not much worry about salary. Even while doing
your BI, you can still appear Prince2, PMP type of courses.
Unless you training SAP / SAP Authorised Training Centers, you would not be allowed to sit for SAP
Certification, if you are in India. When you register for the training, they would give you the certification
material.
Meanwhile, please also check the curriculum at
training.sap.com
You can also select which certification, you would like to see do is also available at the above link.
The training partners list is available in the following link:

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Training Locations
Hope this helps you.
Kind Regards,
Ravi
Nitin Asthana
Dec 14, 2014 1:43 PM
Thanks Ravi for quick and positive response.
I need your help to remove my confusion.As I told you that I am having 10 years of IT experence which
includes development and testing but that is not with much learning because never got any project where
there is learning.As a result,my profile is not getting shortlisted and I am not able to switch to new company to
grow my career.
Afraid of following risks :
1.Will it be right move to switch BI after 10 years?Because at this stage,I shoult try for project manager position
by
getting managment related certification
2.I have to start from zero and compromise with package which will impact my family.
Now,you will ask me then what motivates you to go for BI.Below analysis forcing me to go for BI.
1.My present automation testing of sap modules like FI,SD and MM made me fall in love with sap
screens.Firstly decided to go for sap BI but consultants told me that MBA/CA degree required for
that.So,decided to go for SAP BI which is technical and I love to be technical.I am studying BI at home and
enjoying reading.
2.yes package will be low but I think in next 4 years,I will be able to compensate package with 14
years.Because after certification,I will prepare resume at experience of 4 years and in next 4 yrs,it will be total 8
yrs which will give me high package.
3.As far as posititon is considered,I will not get good position but for me today,learning and package is
important which I will get in coming years.
4.I will get good onsite also in BI.
Please guide me whether I am in right direction or not.I need your hep because for me,your suggestions
matters more than my friends and family.
If I am thinking right then provide me following:
1.From where to get the BI certification details like which certification to select?
2.you talked about SAP partner in your answer,how to get the details of sap partner?
3.Which material I have to read for 4-5 times?is this material provided to me after I enroll for certification?
Waiting for your reply.
Thankful you to be part of this forum.
Rahul Badve
Dec 13, 2014 10:25 AM
Hello Ravi,

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One of the SAP training partner based in Pune have told me that some of the certifications are in phase out
mode.I am worried as I am going to give the certification in next 2 months.
Please guide.
Thanks,
Rahul
Ravi Sankar Venna in response to Nitin Asthana on page 18
Dec 12, 2014 9:28 PM
Hi Nitin,
If you are really passionate about SAP BI, that is sufficient.
BI still has lot of potential. Once you are into BI, then you will have the options to learn BOBJ and HANA, which
are currently having good opportunities in the market. Therefore, it is not a bad decision to learn SAP BI.
Getting first job may difficult, but not impossible. However, you should not much worry about it.
If you go through this blog, you should know how to pass a certification. Understanding the concept and
reading the materials for at least 5 times, religiously, should make you pass the exam. Ultimately, persistence
is the key.
Do not give up.
All the best.
Kind Regards,
Ravi
Nitin Asthana
Dec 12, 2014 8:20 PM
Hi Ravi,
You are doing a great job and the best thing is that you are very active in replying any query.There are multiple
blogs but people don't respond.
Hatsoff to you man for providing great support to ones in which some are job seekers and some looking for
growth.
I am not exceptional and need help from you.I am having 10 years of experience but all are in testing.Even
you can't say that they are in testing because I never got a chance to work in projects where exposure
involved .While doing SAP testing in current project,I fall in love with SAP screens and decided to learn SAP

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BI which is atechnical module.I am studying SAP BI these days by my own and planning to go for sap BI
certification.
I have sawn in your reply that you are very clear in thoughts.Please guide me whether this is the right time to
switch technology or not and how to clear SAP BI certification?
Please note that your suggestions matters lot to me.
Waiting for your reply.
Ravi Sankar Venna in response to Kok Wee Ong on page 19
Dec 1, 2014 9:41 AM
Thanks Kok for sharing with the Community. Wish you all the success.
Best Regards,
Ravi
Kok Wee Ong
Dec 1, 2014 4:54 AM
Hia Ravi,
Just wanted to say, thanks for those advice on the best approach for SAP Certification exam. I passed my SAP
FI exam few weeks ago (",)v
Joanita Mascarenhas
Nov 9, 2014 1:14 PM
Hello Ravi,
I have recently given my certification exam and also passed.I had given my certification through
PearsonVue.When I ask SAP Education to provide me with password for Service Marketplace they tell me that
there is no certificate attached to my id in the system.
Whom should I approach to resolve this .Kindly guide.
Regards
Joanita
Rahul Badve
Nov 4, 2014 7:21 AM
Hello Ravi,
I am preparing for SAP PP certification and planning to give the exam in the month of December 2014. I heard
from the students regarding free online exams. Just wanted to know from you whether this really helps or
should i ignore it.I am refereing the books which I got from the SAP.
Please let me know.
Regards,

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Rahul
Rushi Jasapara
Oct 19, 2014 10:35 PM
Hello ravi sir ....i have read almost ur all blogs n u have described all the things very perfectlyyy....Sir need
ur suggestion as i have rite now completed my B.E degree in IT ...n as i am fresher was searching for job
for software testing or developer in india as all job seekers do ....bt at that time someone told me about sap
before that i was not having any idea what is SAP about n all...bt i took a litlle bit interest to find actually what
it is i went some links first on google slowly i came to know about it...then i came to know about SCN i started
reading some blogs n trying to understand what it is all about....finally i watched you tube videos of SAP
strategies modules what are there motos of company etc....finally all mixed information came to mind bt i tried
to understand from nothing to something all modules n All SAP technologies in shorter form not in details.....i
really got interested in finding all d related stuffs about SAP ...so i spend most of the time to search on internet
whatever i can get information from videos SCN etc....bt my main query is that as i am getting very interetsed
in learning in this SAP bt as i am fresher is it possible to become SAP consultant after getting knowledge about
particular module from a well known institute ...i would tell you frankly as i am not that much strong at financial
that i can pay for authorised institutes of SAP...but i am trying to find out best training center where i can learn
the module n clear out my ideas....so the question arises in my mind as i am fresher no domain experience in
SAP or any company ..is it possible for me to choose this way to become SAP consultant...from expert views
certification is not essential i will think about certification in future ...right now my mind is only thinking how to
enter this SAP world because i am much excited to learn it....
Also when i call to different institues for BW module training they suggest me to go for ABAP module because i
am fresher so only 1 module is available for me...else need some domain experience......is it correct???,.....SIr
please clear my doubts i really want to enter this SAP world....
Vivek Kumar in response to Ravi Sankar Venna on page 20
Oct 18, 2014 4:27 PM
Hello Ravi
Thanks for your suggestions.
Thanking you.
Regards,
Vivek Kr.
Ravi Sankar Venna in response to Vivek Kumar on page 21
Oct 17, 2014 10:49 AM
Hi Vivek,
I would personally go with CRM Functional.
Also try to learn SD Overview.

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For SD there are number of consultants already in the market.

I have no idea about SD books. However, there are number of books available in the market. Please have a
look at it.
SAP Press books are expensive, but it is worth spending extra penny for their quality.
Hope this helps.
Best Regards,
Ravi
Vivek Kumar
Oct 16, 2014 11:07 PM
Hello Ravi
Hope you are doing well !
I had done B_Tech(CSE) & PG in Marketing.
I'm currently working in Telecommunication/ISP company in a Business Development Position since 3 year &
my core responsibilities is to execute complete sales cycle including B2B & Pre-Sales.
Now I am want to continue my carrier as a Functional consultant, also I am planning to visit & enroll with SAP
Learning center soon.
But I am very much confused which module shall I select SAP SD or SAP CRM for that
I need your kind assistance.
Also suggest book's for SAP SD & SAP CRM that help me to clear basic fundamental concepts before
going to attend learning program by SAP.
For that I will be thankful to you.
Regards,
Vivek Kr.
Ravi Sankar Venna in response to Asif Arif on page 22

Oct 16, 2014 1:42 PM
Hello Asif,
In SAP materials, every page will have a diagram. I would always visualise that diagram when reading.
Wherever, there is no diagram, I would draw my own diagram and visualise. This visualisation would help to
avoid memory.

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In the current pattern, multiple choice questions would asked, at the same they would mention how many
correct questions are there. You cannot select more than the correct answers mentioned in the question.
Always try to identify the wrong answer first, then you can easily reach the right answer.
You should know the level at which it is created, that is more important and the relation with others.
You need to prepare a list something like this to get the relations between various master data is correct:
Linkage between various Finance & Controlling Master Data
Hope this helps you.
Best Regards,
Ravi
Asif Arif
Oct 16, 2014 11:35 AM
Hi Ravi,
Actually I have seen the question types. but Its difficult for me to decide that which part of a specific module
is important. Memorizing the big text I very hard. I follow all the instruction that you mentioned on your article.
Guide me in type of question in MCQS.
for example. I see that they always ask for organizational levels in question at various levels of sap. can guide
me for this. to better understand question psychology.
thanks
Asif Arif
Nick Nack
Oct 16, 2014 12:53 AM
Wow Ravi!
You have such excellent posts! I have not kept track where all but often see your comments and responses.
Very modest, deep, and encouraging. One thought I remember is you stated that if nothing else, one should
browse and read SCN for 30 minutes every day to keep up/enhance. Keep it coming my friend.
Good wishes,
-Nick
Ravi Sankar Venna in response to Aziz Dohadwala on page 23
Sep 15, 2014 6:28 AM
Thanks Aziz.
Glad to know that you have like the blog and shared your certification experience with the community. Always
try to read the materials as many number of times as possible, that is the key for passing the exam. At the

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same time, make all the fundamentals are strong. You are right it would be very tensed affair for the people
who has invested huge amount of money.
Thanks once for sharing your success story.
All the best.
Best Regards,
Ravi
Aziz Dohadwala
Sep 15, 2014 6:17 AM
Ravi,
I must say this is something anyone planning to take up certifications must read. A lot naysayers. But I must
say this is exactly what our instructor used to say. Yes, you need to read the material multiple times, number
of times differs from person to person. Solve as many questions from webites, you only need to worry about
bogus websites if you have to pay.
After preparing for my exam, i dint touch my material on the day of the exam, went in, took a deep breath and I
am proud to say that I aced it.
It always helps if you have some one who has taken this route to explain it to new comers. Especially those
who paid a truckload and are now tensed up.
Good read,
Aziz
Ravi Sankar Venna in response to Asif Arif on page 23
Sep 14, 2014 7:31 AM
Hi Asif,
TERP10 is a basic course, you would get minimum understanding about different module.
However, it may not help you to FI or MM fully.
please visit
training.sap.com
Check for the courses available there for FI or MM or CO Certifications.
Hope this helps.
Regards,
Ravi
Asif Arif
Sep 13, 2014 6:51 PM

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Hi Ravi
I am studying TERP10 and my situation is not different from you as a beginner. I have been told that you can
choose any course to sit for exam. My back ground knowledge is Accounting and Management. I guess for me
FI or MM is best to start with. what you say about this? and plese also tell me is TERP10 material is enough for
FI and MM?
I am bit confuse, need your help?
Regards,
Asif Arif
Ranjit Pathak in response to Ravi Sankar Venna on page 24
Jul 27, 2014 1:34 PM
Hi Mr. Ravi,
Thanks for your prompt reply. I would go with your advise.
With Regards,
Ranjit
Ravi Sankar Venna in response to Ranjit Pathak on page 24
Jul 26, 2014 9:10 PM
Hi Ranjit,
If you are going for CRM, I would expect you to have some basic SD knowledge and business process
understanding, though it is not mandatory, but handy.
SD - More number of consultants - More opportunities
CRM - Compared to SD, less number of consultants - Limited Opportunities
I would always prefer to have SD + CRM skills. Please do not limit to a single module in your career.
Best Regards,
Ravi
Ranjit Pathak in response to Ravi Sankar Venna on page 25
Jul 26, 2014 2:45 PM
Hi Ravi sir,
I have done my MBA and having 12 years of experience in Sales & Marketing in timeshare industry. I am 36
years old. I don't have any prior experience in SAP. I am very much interested in starting my career as SAPCRM or SD consultant.I am planing do my SAP Certification course from ATOS India (Bangalore) A authorized
training enter from SAP. I would prefer to go with class room training program because i can take off for 3
weeks in my current job . Can you please let me know if I am eligible to take up the course and can have a
change of making a career in SAP?

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I know in the beginning i would be paid less compare to my current job and that is ok with me because i will be
able to learn new technologies which i am lacking in my current role. Any way i know my current role will not
have a good future.
So please guide me if i am eligible for SAP courses and which certification is ideal for me SAP-CRM or SAPSD.
A reply on this would be highly appreciated.
With regards,
Ranjit
Ravi Sankar Venna in response to lucky soni on page 25
Jun 26, 2014 9:29 AM
Glad that you cleared your Certification.
Congratulations!!! on your stupendous success.
I have done nothing just shared my experience, glad to know that they helped your cause
Hope you would have a bright career.
All the best.
lucky soni
Jun 26, 2014 8:57 AM
Hi Ravi, Thanks for such a comprehensive blog on Certification. I have cleared my exam with your quick tips
mentioned in here. Even on the exam your tips were ringing in my mind
. Would strongly recommend all
aspiring candidates to go through this blog while planning for SAP Certification
Ravi Sankar Venna in response to kesevan venkatesan on page 25

Jun 25, 2014 11:26 AM
Thanks Kesevan.
It is glad to know that you have cleared your SAP Certification. Congratulations !!!!
Hope this new journey gives you great way to excel in your career.
All the best.
Kind Regards,
Ravi
kesevan venkatesan

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Jun 25, 2014 11:10 AM

Hi Ravi,
Thanks a lot for sharing the valuable points.
After reading all your advices and comments, i really got confidence to go with the certification and finally
Yesterday,I have become Certified consultant.
Though i am experienced with 5+ years in SAP, i was still worried to proceed with.
But the articles published are very good and one gets confidence to proceed further.
Once again thanks a lot, especially Ravi and one and all, who helped me to clear the certification.
Regards,
Kesevan.V
Nidhi Manral in response to Ravi Sankar Venna on page 26
Jun 17, 2014 10:40 AM
Hi Ravi,
Thanks a lot for your guidance. I am going for HCM Module (did my course from Siemens Delhi, now known as
ATOS. Can i have the link of yahoo (as stated in your mail) so that i can go ahead for practicing online test for
my preparation.
Rgds
Nidhi
Ravi Sankar Venna in response to Nidhi Manral on page 27
Jun 17, 2014 5:51 AM
Hi Nidhi,
Not sure which module you are preparing for.
I know some of my friends who failed two to three times, but that does not stop them from becoming the
established consultants.
Please do not spend any money on these websites, join some yahoo groups where you may get some practice
questions. But, the questions in exam are totally different.
My suggestions;
a) Read - Read - Read meticulously the curriculum books for not less than 5 times (each line by line and word
by word)
b) Prepare notes against each line

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c) Note important points or tips in the curriculum books

d) Understand the basics well
e) Do not afford to skip any chapters
f) Daily read minimum 4 hours - maximum is up to you
g) if you get any sample questions - try to practice them
h) Use elimination technique - always try to identify the wrong answers, then you will easily find the right
answers
i) never try to rush and select the question in the first read - try to read 2 to 3 times and imagine what they are
asking, then select it
j) if you have any doubt on any answer, mark them, later point of exam, you can review them
h) ensure you have answered all questions, as there are no negative questions
If you follow all these points religiously, I do not see any reason why you cannot pass your exam.
All the best.
Best Regards,
Ravi
Nidhi Manral
Jun 17, 2014 4:52 AM
Hi Ravi,
Nice reading your post!! and finally somewhat i got motivated to sit for the SAP certification,which i failed to
achieve by 2% earlier in 2011.
Just wanted to know is there any site where in can test my skills by giving the online test as a preparation
before i sit for Certification again.
i have been preparing since a month now.
Hope to get any revert on my post/
Rgds
Nidhi
Ravi Sankar Venna in response to Debabrata Dash on page 27
Jun 5, 2014 3:01 PM
Usually, you need to appear the same version of certification of the training you are undergoing.
However, at time it is discretion of the SAP and they may even allow you for a higher version due to different
reasons. You may need to contact SAP Education, whether they would allow you for EHP5 or EHP6.
Debabrata Dash in response to Ravi Sankar Venna on page 27
Jun 5, 2014 2:21 PM
Thanks for your prompt reply.
But do SAP intimate participants before they remove this certification exam from there exam list. Besides i
have undergone OLT from SAP certified training institute in EHP4 version so can i appear for EHP 5 or EHP6
certification?

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Jun 5, 2014 2:13 PM
Hi Deb,
I have no idea when they are going to close this exam. You may need to contact SAP Education, I even doubt,
they might not be having any concrete date to tell when this certification is going to be end (no longer available
for participants)
Regards,
Ravi
Debabrata Dash
Jun 5, 2014 2:03 PM
Hello Ravi Sir,
Actually you didn't get me .Iam planning for certification exam in SAP PP ECC 6 EHP4(associate level),but
there is already EHP5 & EHP 6 version available.
So I would like to know how long EHP 4 exam window is open for me ? or when this EHP 4 is going to be
obsolete?
Regards
Deb
Jun 3, 2014 10:48 AM
Hi Deb,
Your Certification is valid for life time. It is NOT required that you need to recertify every time SAP is upgrading
to new version. However, it is your best interest, you can keep track to the changes. Otherwise, your
certification is valid for life time.
Regards,
Ravi
Rahul Badve in response to gowtham A on page 29
Jun 3, 2014 9:56 AM
Hello,
I really appreciate that you have interest in making a career in SAP world. There are different modules you
can select depending in the area of your interest/ expertise. For example a person who is having a relevant
experience in Sales can opt for Sales and Distribution module (SD).
Please note that SAP certification does not guarantee a job. Cracking certification is not much difficult although
you need to study a lot. But cracking the interview is not easy and needs lots of preparation. I think Mr. Ravi

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can answer your queries very well as he is well known personality in SAP world. You can check with the
institutes who are authorised in SAP training.
Wishing you good luck.
Regards,
Rahul
Debabrata Dash
Jun 3, 2014 9:31 AM
Hi Ravi,
Iam planning for SAP certification ( application associate Production Planning & MANUFACTURING ECC 6
EHP4). .
I would like to know how long this exam window is open ? As already EHP 5 & EHP 6 is available?
Does SAP notifies indiviuals as when the version is going to expire?
Ravi Sankar Venna in response to gowtham A on page 29
Jun 3, 2014 7:40 AM
I would encourage you to go through the following blog, which could be handy for you.
Please go through the blogs and articles on this space, you would find them useful.
All the best.
http://scn.sap.com/community/career-center/blog/2013/02/26/faq-what-is-the-best-sap-module-for-me
gowtham A
Jun 3, 2014 7:10 AM
since im a fresher i didnt have any idea about it.. Also i dont want to waste my time for 2years and then decide
the course, i should learn the things early as possible and should grab some knowledge. im not a money
minded to earn more salaries. i love to go on learning something which can helpful to my career growth.
Anyway thanks for ur response.
Ravi Sankar Venna in response to gowtham A on page 29
Jun 3, 2014 7:02 AM
Module as not to be treated as cakes to be selected by somebody. Yes, to certain extent the guidance would
be helpful. However, we should know which module would suit our experience and qualification. Please do not
offend my words, as you are going to work on the module for life time. Before you are decided to go for SAP
courses, I would expect the candidates to do some kind of home work. I have no idea about non-authorised
training centers, as there is no guarantee. I am sure even nobody might able to advise you on these institutes.
Please contact SAP Education, India, they would able to to advise you.
gowtham A
Jun 3, 2014 6:56 AM
Hello,
Im a Graduate(B.Tech) in CIVIL Engineer & I did my M.Tech in NIT in Structural Engineering. Now i want to do
course in SAP. Could any one suggest me the best module suits for me and which have good career in future.

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Also i want to take the course in bangalore so, please suggest me the best institute offering the specific course
module with best quality..
Rahil Gul
Apr 8, 2014 11:55 PM
Nice advices
Ravi Sankar Venna in response to Sukumaran Rethinam on page 30
Apr 8, 2014 3:03 PM
Please contact SAP Education, India. They would advise you the formalities to be followed.
Sukumaran Rethinam in response to Ravi Sankar Venna on page
Apr 8, 2014 2:53 PM
i have three year experience SAP SD, May i apply online sap sd certification exam in India, Pls give valuable
suggestion
Ravi Sankar Venna in response to Rohit Pawar on page 30
Mar 21, 2014 11:50 AM
I believe they have changed the evaluation process. Only some countries like UK, USA and Australia does not
have such restrictions. Unfortunately, it looks you do not qualify in Singapore, unless you have requisite project
experience.
Rohit Pawar
Mar 21, 2014 11:24 AM
Hi Ravi,
I am planning to write SAP SD associate level certification test. I am having 8+ years of experience in Sales
and Marketing and i have learnt SAP SD module from local training institute. I do not have job experince
in SAP. Now i want to write only certification test from singapore without joining any training classes. Is it
possible? I have contacted SAP singapore and they were asking for project exp letter. Cant i just register and
write exam. I started preparing for exam on my own. I got certification material also.
Thanks,
Rohit
Ravi Sankar Venna
Mar 20, 2014 6:29 AM
please refer
training.sap.com
You need to refer the curriculum books there
Is the training must for certification?
This is the question discussed on every day on SCN, Hope you find some time to go through SCN, then you
will find the answers.
All the best.

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Ravi Sankar Venna in response to John Jeba on page 31

Mar 19, 2014 2:47 PM
There is no training available for professional exam. Only you might be trained on associate exam. So, you can
only appear associate exam, if you are in India. I do not much bother whether it is associate or professional.
People may ask for certification, I would not personally waste my money by taking extra risk of attending
professional exam. I would first go for associate and still interested, I would only give an attempt after couple of
years with professional exam.
Hope this helps.
John Jeba in response to Ravi Sankar Venna on page 31
Mar 19, 2014 1:54 PM
Hi,
Thank you so much for the immediate reply, Currently I am doing FI at
certified training institution . they teaching me about FI at ECC 6 release.
i have 9 years of experience in Finance & account Domain, as well as i
have 5 year of SAP End User experience .The faculty advice me that i have to go
for professional than associate level.
kindly help me to know better. as well as guide me to get a high
responsible role in job market course( SAP), because i am 30 year old a sole bread
winner of my family .Still i am earning 3 lakhs per year alone, i have
a kid also.
Ravi Sankar Venna in response to John Jeba on page 31
Mar 19, 2014 12:03 PM
Hi John,
I believe you are talking about the material versions, I am not much concerned about the latest materials,
as almost all the versions contain the same contents, except minor changes. Any material would suffice the
reading, but if you have latest material, that is a bonus.
For certification, you need to visit
training.sap.com
and search for the available certifications. You would find the certification / curriculum / pass marks etc.
I would normally not recommend professional certification, unless you have 10+ years of strong knowledge in
that particular area.
Regards,
Ravi
John Jeba
Mar 19, 2014 11:59 AM

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Hi Ravi,
Thanks for the post, kindly let me know the current version of the SAP FI, i hear about that release 7.0 is the
latest version, but i came to know there is a release of 9 , as well as in the Q4 release of 10 also.
I am confused now, kindly let me know which release is useful for me to prepare professional certification in FI
and what about while i register for the certification.
Regards,
John Jebaraj
Mohammad Anjum Wassan
Mar 18, 2014 3:02 PM
Excellent post.
Ravi Sankar Venna in response to Bhagya Lakshmi on page 32
Mar 10, 2014 1:39 AM
Hi Bhagya
Please go with CO module as there are many people with FI.
However it is always good to know fundamentals of FI.
I am sure there are many mentors on SCN should be able to help you.
All the best.
Kind Regards
Ravi
Bhagya Lakshmi in response to Ravi Sankar Venna on page 32
Mar 9, 2014 5:03 PM
I have experience in different industries. I am very strong in accounting concepts and can understand the
business process, like how various functions/departments are inter-related in any organisation. I have good
presentation skills and by nature I find myself good in logical and analytic skills. I love accounting. 10 years ago
I went for SAP-FICO training, but do not remember anything, except that I was able to understand the subject
at that point of time. As you mentioned, financial commitments did not allow me to take up a starting salary
then. But now, I have saved for a living and can have a break or lower salary for few/3 years. I want to pursue
my passion. Muscat is a long way to go on technology. I would be back in India... actually want to have travel
opportunity. If only I get a mentor............ wow!
Thanks. I am feeling better.

Mar 9, 2014 3:23 PM
Hi Bhagya,

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The only thing probably the salary would be a constraint at least for initial stages of your SAP career. I am not
sure how the SAP market in Muscat. But, yes, with your 20 years of finance experience, surely it would value
added in the coming days. Once you have few years of SAP FICO, then you can also look into BPC etc., where
they have more demand in the market.
Kind Regards,
Ravi
Bhagya Lakshmi in response to Ravi Sankar Venna on page 33
Mar 9, 2014 3:09 PM
Thanks Ravi.
I am in senior position. In Muscat.
Your advice is very useful. Thanks again.
Regards,
Bhagya.
Mar 9, 2014 2:18 PM
Hi Bhagya Lakshmi,
I am not sure you are in which position in your current job. If you are already earning good and in a senior
position, probably, it may not be much wise to become a SAP consultant. But, that does not mean that
you should not learn SAP. Particularly, SAP FICO market is very competitive, as number of certified and
experienced people around. You can always take a calculated risk even at this stage. But, if you are selected
as SAP consultant then probably, you need to work with / under people who are having less experience than
you. You need to get ready for that.
Kind Regards,
Ravi
Bhagya Lakshmi
Mar 9, 2014 12:13 PM
Dear Mr.Ravi,
I have 20 years of experience in Finance, bachelor's degree and currently doing MBA (expected completion Mar '15). I have not worked in SAP. I am very much interested in starting my career as SAP-FICO consultant.
Can you please let me know if I am eligible to take up the course and can have a change in my career?
Thanks,
Bhagya Lakshmi.
Mahesh Chobhe
Mar 7, 2014 3:45 PM

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Hi Ravi
Thank you very much for your valuable response .frankly I am really New about the SRM .can you gives the
some docx for this Module that I will try to read and analyze it.
One more thing .I discussed the consultant & HR(whose is placed in ATC)that where I put my 1 year
experience & my ABAP skill in SAP. they told me to that for your profile BI
I am really bit confused
module is suitable for that
for that.
2.Based on my 1 year experience (manufacturing industry).I got the JOB for the contract basis AS L1 team that
called the SAP helpdesk.
.i want really need guidence and learn from SAP world .
I hope you really guide me to take the correct direction.
Thanks and Regards
Mahesh Chobhe.
Ravi Sankar Venna in response to Mahesh Chobhe on page 34
Mar 6, 2014 8:18 PM
Hi Mahesh,
It is always good if you can make up yourself as a techno-functional. Knowing ABAP would be always handy in
crunch situations.
You can also start looking at learning SRM, which is also having good demand in the market.
Best Regards,
Ravi
Mahesh Chobhe
Mar 6, 2014 7:40 PM
Hi Ravi
I am Mahesh and I have completed my BE IT. I will try to make my career in SAP .I have a 1 year Experience
in SAP MM .supports and after I am doing the L1 support job.
I don't know it's experience is useful for me to build my career in TECHNO-FUNCTIONAL.
Thanks to given one more important thing to us.I read you whole blog & its really good For sapiens & whose
interested in SAP sea. and I will try to follow the same for my career. Your are the star of me.
Please gives your valuable guidance and blogs is important for us(basically for Me)
Thanks & Regards

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Ravi Sankar Venna in response to Rajasekhar prathipati on page 35
Mar 5, 2014 8:03 AM
If you are in India, there is no other go you need to attend training at SAP / ATC, unless you have the requisite
SAP implementation experience.
Rajasekhar prathipati in response to Ravi Sankar Venna on page
Mar 5, 2014 7:11 AM
Dear ravi,
i have 2 years of Experiance in marketing. now i want to join sap sd , waht is best route go sap certification or
regulor course i am in confusion about this pls help me regarding this

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