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Course Outline
R/3 Fundamentals for Auditors
- Core architecture (ABAP stack, SAP GUI, client concept).
- Key distinctions from legacy systems (modular design: FI, MM, SD).
- Standard transactions and navigation techniques for audit purposes.
Access, Roles, and Essential SoD
- User management and authorisations via PFCG, SU01, SUIM, SU53, and SU24.
- Role design and functions of particular relevance to audits.
- Basic SoD matrix and common findings (e.g., invoice creation and approval within the same role).
Security Logs and Traces
- Security Audit Log (SM19/SM20): activation, filtering, and reporting.
- STAD and ST03N: usage statistics, sessions, and workload analysis.
- Best practices for evidence retention and export.
Configuration Changes and Sensitive Data
- SCU3 (change documents) and SCC4 (client settings).
- Critical system parameters (RZ10/RZ11): identification and monitoring.
Process Controls (FI/MM/SD) in R/3
- FI: tolerances, OB52 (posting periods), journal entry approvals.
- MM: release strategies, purchase order limits, single supplier controls.
- SD: credit limits, pricing changes, conditions monitoring.
- Audit sampling techniques for process testing.
Comprehensive Laboratory + Reporting
- Review of roles and authorisations for a critical user.
- Tracing operations (purchase/sale) and gathering audit evidence (SM20/SCU3).
- Documentation of findings using screenshots and exports.
- Preparation of working papers and ensuring traceability.
Closure and Action Plan
- Internal control checklist for R/3.
- Prioritisation of findings and recommendations.
Deliverables
- A checklist covering 20+ controls (FI/MM/SD).
- A quick reference guide to SM19/SM20, SUIM, SCU3, STAD/ST03N.
Requirements
- A solid grasp of fundamental auditing principles
- Practical experience with SAP systems
- Knowledge of compliance and control frameworks
Target Audience
- Auditors
- Internal control specialists
- SAP security consultants
- Compliance officers
16 Hours
Testimonials (2)
It was straight to the point and more practical
Lungelo Ndlela - SNG Grant Thornton
Course - SAP S/4 Hana (S/4Hana)
His calm and collected voice even though at points he was frustrated with the system, but kept his cool…