By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

1. Understand the architecture and role of SAP Solution Manager.
2. Set up SolMan baseline configuration and managed systems.
3. Use ITSM and CHARM for change and incident management.
4. Document business processes and monitor lifecycle workflows.
5. Manage test plans using CBTA, TBOMs, and BPCA.
6. Configure analytics, alerts, and root cause analysis.
7. Monitor SAP HANA, BI, and integration systems.
8. Implement roles, permissions, and project controls.
9. Apply Solution Documentation best practices.
10. Prepare for roles in SAP ALM, Basis, or ITSM domains.

Syllabus

Module 1: Introduction to SAP Solution Manager

• Overview of SAP Solution Manager
• Understanding logical components, branches, SLD, and LMDB
• Using the Maintenance Planner

Module 2: Base Line Configuration

• Setting up SAP Solution Manager
• Web Dispatcher and TREX configuration
• Managed system setup and target system requirements
• Enabling Early Watch Alert (EWA) reports

Module 3: ITSM – IT Service Management

• Introduction to ITSM & ITIL principles
• User experience and analytics
• Integration with SAP applications and components

Module 4: Change Management (CHARM)

• Overview of Change Request Management (CHARM)
• Managing change documents, workflows, and approvals

Module 5: Process Management

• Configuring Solution Documentation
• Document lifecycle and best practices
• Business Process Monitoring and Improvement
• Data consistency and job management

Module 6: Requirement Management

• Defining and managing business requirements
• Approvals and use case configuration

Module 7: Test Management

• Test planning and execution lifecycle
• CBTA configuration and script generation
• BPCA, SEA, UPL, and TBOM management
• Integration with 3rd-party test tools

Module 8: Application Operations

• System and integration monitoring
• HANA, BI, and job monitoring
• Root Cause Analysis and system recommendations
• Self-monitoring configurations

Module 9: Project Management Overview

• Introduction to project planning and tracking in SolMan

Upon successful completion of this course, learners will receive a Course Completion Certificate from Uplatz, recognizing their expertise in configuring and utilizing SAP Solution Manager for ALM and IT operations.

This certificate is a strong credential for IT professionals pursuing roles in SAP Basis, ALM, support, or ITSM.

Professionals skilled in SAP Solution Manager are in high demand for managing complex SAP landscapes and ensuring service delivery excellence.

Job Roles You Can Target:

1. SAP Solution Manager Consultant
2. SAP ALM Specialist
3. SAP Basis Consultant
4. ITSM/CHARM Administrator
5. SAP Project or Test Manager
6. Business Process Documentation Lead

Industries Hiring SAP SolMan Experts:

• SAP Consulting Firms
• Manufacturing & Logistics
• Finance & Insurance
• Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare
• Utilities & Energy
• Government & Public Sector

1. What is SAP Solution Manager and its primary purpose?
   It is an ALM platform for managing SAP and non-SAP solutions throughout their lifecycle.
2. What are logical components in SAP SolMan?
   They are used to define system landscapes and map them to business processes.
3. What is the role of CHARM in SolMan?
   CHARM helps manage changes, track transport requests, and enforce approvals in SAP systems.
4. How does Solution Documentation support process management?
   It allows modeling, documenting, and monitoring business processes centrally.
5. What are TBOMs and how are they used?
   Technical Bills of Materials (TBOMs) are used in BPCA for analyzing the impact of changes.
6. What is the function of Early Watch Alerts (EWA)?
   EWA reports help identify performance and configuration issues proactively.
7. What is CBTA and its role in testing?
   CBTA is Component-Based Test Automation used for recording and running automated test scripts.
8. How do you monitor system health in SAP SolMan?
   Using Monitoring and Alerting Infrastructure (MAI), you can monitor performance, availability, and logs.
9. What are roles in SolMan’s ITSM structure?
   Roles define responsibilities like incident creator, processor, or approver, based on ITIL concepts.
10. How is integration monitoring implemented in SolMan?
    SolMan provides tools for interface monitoring across systems including IDoc, PI/PO, and RFC communications.

1. What is SAP Solution Manager used for?
   It’s used for managing the application lifecycle, monitoring, testing, and supporting SAP systems.
2. Who should take this course?
   SAP Basis consultants, project managers, ITIL professionals, and QA/test engineers.
3. Is prior SAP experience required?
   Basic understanding of SAP landscape or ITIL is helpful but not mandatory.
4. What tools are covered?
   SolMan, CBTA, BPCA, CHARM, EWA, UPL, SEA, and project documentation tools.
5. Is this course self-paced?
   Yes, with lifetime access to course materials and assignments.
6. Does it include hands-on practice?
   Yes. The course includes configuration demonstrations and practical tasks.
7. Is certification included?
   Yes, a completion certificate will be issued by Uplatz.
8. How long does it take to complete the course?
   You can finish it at your own pace. Typically, learners complete it within 4–6 weeks.
9. Can I use this knowledge in an implementation project?
   Absolutely. The course includes project-aligned use cases.
10. What support is available during learning?
    Access to expert tutors, Q&A forums, and downloadable resources.