Introduction

Introduction to Integration Suite Capabilities – Learn SAP Integration Suite capabilities from API Management to Open Connectors, Integration Advisor, and Trading Partner Management. This course uses the Apress 2023 text as a foundation and transforms the book’s chapters into practical, hands-on training suitable for developers, integrators, architects, and IT managers.

Course Overview

This course gives a structured, module-by-module exploration of SAP Integration Suite features and real-world scenarios. You’ll learn how to design and publish APIs, configure Open Connectors, use the Integration Advisor for message mapping, and manage B2B trading partners. Exercises include building integration flows, securing APIs, and monitoring integrations in production-like environments.

Who Should Enroll

• Integration developers and middleware engineers
• Cloud architects and SAP consultants
• Technical leads responsible for API strategy and governance
• IT professionals preparing for SAP Integration Suite projects

Learning Outcomes

• Understand the core components of SAP Integration Suite and where they fit in enterprise architecture.
• Design, publish, secure, and monitor APIs using API Management.
• Connect SaaS and third-party services using Open Connectors and pre-built adapters.
• Automate message mapping and validation with Integration Advisor.
• Set up Trading Partner Management for scalable B2B integrations.

Course Modules (detailed)

1. Module 1 — Intro to SAP Integration Suite: Concepts, architecture, and deployment scenarios.
2. Module 2 — API Management: Designing APIs, policies, security (OAuth, API Keys), analytics, and lifecycle management.
3. Module 3 — Open Connectors & Adapters: Using connectors for SaaS integration, custom connectors, and connector lifecycle.
4. Module 4 — Integration Advisor: Message mapping, prediction, recommendation, and best practices for accelerating mappings.
5. Module 5 — B2B & Trading Partner Management: EDI/AS2 basics, partner onboarding, and monitoring B2B flows.
6. Module 6 — Monitoring & Troubleshooting: Logs, dashboards, root-cause analysis, and synthetic transactions.
7. Module 7 — Hands-on Labs & Capstone: End-to-end integration scenario, testing, and deployment into a sandbox environment.

Teaching Methodology

A blend of instructor-led demos, guided labs, downloadable handouts, and quiz-based assessments. Each module contains lab exercises that mirror real enterprise tasks so learners can immediately apply new skills.

Prerequisites

Basic understanding of REST APIs, XML/JSON, and familiarity with cloud concepts. No prior SAP Integration Suite experience is required — we start with fundamentals and progress toward advanced topics.

Resources & Materials

The course is structured around the Apress 2023 title and includes supplemental official SAP documentation and sample projects. Students receive lab guides, code samples, and a resource list for further study.

Assessment & Certification

Assessments include module quizzes, graded labs, and a capstone integration project. Successful completion yields a course completion certificate and a detailed skills report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the course?

Typically 20–30 hours depending on pacing and lab completion.

Are labs included?

Yes — step-by-step labs are included and use sandbox instances where possible.

Will I get support?

Instructor Q&A and community forum access are provided for the course duration.