How is the course structured and assessed?

The course is divided into three modules: CDS View Modeling, OData and Service Enablement, and Building SAP Fiori Apps. Each lesson includes videos, readings, and quizzes. In the final module, you’ll complete a mini-project to build and deploy a functional Fiori app simulating a real enterprise scenario.

Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?

Yes, learners who complete all modules, quizzes, and the final project will receive a course completion certificate. This certificate validates your ability to model, expose, and build applications in SAP S/4HANA, a highly sought-after skill in enterprise IT.

What will I get if I subscribe to this Specialization?

When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile.

Is financial aid available?

Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.

Scaling SAP ABAP with RESTful Programming Model (RAP)

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Scaling SAP ABAP with RESTful Programming Model (RAP)

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Design advanced CDS views with annotations and metadata extensions to model complex business logic for Fiori-ready apps and reports
Expose CDS views as OData services and secure them using role-based authorizations and DCL to control access to sensitive data
Build responsive SAP Fiori apps using List Report and Object Page templates in SAP BAS with real-time backend integration and UI annotations

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Learn how to build full-stack, enterprise-ready SAP applications by mastering CDS views, OData services, and SAP Fiori Elements. This course will help you bridge backend ABAP development with UI-driven app design, enabling you to create responsive, secure, and reusable SAP S/4HANA solutions. You'll gain practical experience in data modeling, service enablement, and app development using SAP Business Application Studio.

Module 1 teaches you to create and annotate CDS views for business data modeling, including UI annotations and metadata extensions. Module 2 focuses on exposing those models as OData services, securing them with role-based access control and Data Control Language (DCL), and enabling seamless integration with SAP UI5 apps. Module 3 guides you in building SAP Fiori List Report and Object Page applications using real-time backend data and Fiori Elements. By the end, you will... -Build optimized CDS views and apply metadata for UI integration -Expose data models securely as OData services for SAP Fiori apps -Apply DCL and role-based access control to protect sensitive business data -Create and deploy full-stack SAP Fiori apps using Business Application Studio Disclaimer: This course is an independent educational resource developed by Board Infinity and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or officially associated with SAP SE or any of its subsidiaries or affiliates. This course is not an official preparation material of SAP SE. All trademarks, service marks, and company names mentioned are the property of their respective owners and are used for identification purposes only.

This module introduces learners to Core Data Services (CDS) as the foundation for data modeling in SAP S/4HANA. Learners will build basic and advanced CDS views, leverage annotations to enrich UI integration, and structure business data models with parent-child relationships. The module emphasizes metadata extensions, text associations, and advanced modeling techniques that support dynamic, scalable Fiori applications.

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12 videos2 readings4 assignments2 discussion prompts1 plugin

12 videos Total 57 minutes

Course Introduction 2 minutes
SME Introduction 2 minutes
Introduction to Core Data Services (CDS) 4 minutes
Building a Basic CDS View with SELECT 5 minutes
Create Service definition and Binding 5 minutes
UI Annotation and Metadata Extension 7 minutes
Search Field, Selection Field, Value Help 9 minutes
Text Associations, Merge Two Fields, CASE Statement - Part 1 6 minutes
Text Associations, Merge Two Fields, CASE Statement - Part 2 2 minutes
Create Object Page 6 minutes
Parent Child Relationship CDS, Specify Hierarchy 5 minutes
Add Information to Object Page 4 minutes

2 readings Total 40 minutes

Course Syllabus 10 minutes
Read More About CDS View Modeling in S/4HANA 30 minutes

4 assignments Total 150 minutes

Practice Quiz: Creating CDS Views 30 minutes
Practice Quiz: Advanced CDS Design 30 minutes
Practice Quiz: Design Object Page 30 minutes
Graded Quiz: CDS View Modeling in S/4HANA 60 minutes

2 discussion prompts Total 20 minutes

Meet & Greet 10 minutes
Your Journey into SAP RAP Development 10 minutes

1 plugin Total 5 minutes

Quick Course Check-In 5 minutes

This module focuses on exposing CDS-based data models as OData services for external consumption and system integration. Learners will explore OData concepts, create and test services using both CDS annotations and the Service Builder (SEGW), and apply navigational logic with associations. The module also introduces security best practices, including role-based authorizations and DCL (Data Control Language), ensuring that services are secure and aligned with enterprise governance.

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10 videos1 reading4 assignments

10 videos Total 59 minutes

What is OData and How SAP Uses It 4 minutes
Create and Exposing CDS as OData Services 7 minutes
Association and Navigation in ODATA 8 minutes
SEGW Overview — Service Builder 5 minutes
Implementing Custom OData Logic 7 minutes
Test CRUD Operations and Queries 7 minutes
User Roles and Authorization Objects 5 minutes
Securing CDS Views with DCL 8 minutes
PFCG Role based Authorization 4 minutes
PFCG Role based Authorization - Part 2 5 minutes

1 reading Total 30 minutes

Read More About OData and Service Enablement 30 minutes

4 assignments Total 150 minutes

Practice Quiz: OData Basics 30 minutes
Practice Quiz: Custom OData Service Implementation 30 minutes
Practice Quiz: Security and Authorization 30 minutes
Graded Quiz: OData and Service Enablement 60 minutes

This module guides learners through the process of building modern SAP Fiori applications using CDS views and OData services as a backend. Learners will use SAP Business Application Studio (BAS) to develop List Report and Object Page apps, apply UI annotations for improved user experiences, and enhance interfaces with custom HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. The module culminates in a mini project, offering hands-on experience in full-stack development and deployment on the SAP Fiori Launchpad.

What's included

7 videos1 reading3 assignments1 discussion prompt

7 videos Total 37 minutes

Activate Trial Version for ADT and BAS 5 minutes
Launch Business Application Studio 5 minutes
Consuming V4 OData Service in List Report App 7 minutes
Guided Development in BAS 7 minutes
Create Freestyle UI5 Application 4 minutes
Enhance Freestyle App using HTML, CSS, JS 7 minutes
Course Closure - Gratitude ! 2 minutes

1 reading Total 30 minutes

Read More About Building SAP Fiori Elements Apps 30 minutes

3 assignments Total 120 minutes

Practice Quiz: Fiori Elements Overview 30 minutes
Practice Quiz: UI Enhancements in BAS 30 minutes
Graded Quiz: Building SAP Fiori Elements Apps 60 minutes

1 discussion prompt Total 10 minutes

What Makes a Great Enterprise App Experience? 10 minutes

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Frequently asked questions

This course is designed for developers, consultants, and IT professionals who want to build hands-on expertise in SAP S/4HANA. Prior knowledge of ABAP programming is helpful but not mandatory, as the course starts with structured introductions before progressing into advanced CDS, OData, and Fiori app development.

By the end of the course, you’ll be able to design and implement CDS views, expose them securely as OData services, and create SAP Fiori Elements applications using Business Application Studio. You will also gain practical knowledge of annotations, role-based security, and app deployment on the SAP Fiori Launchpad.

Basic understanding of databases and programming concepts will be beneficial. Familiarity with SAP navigation or ABAP Development Tools (ADT) is an advantage but not required, since the course includes guided, hands-on lessons from fundamentals to advanced levels.

To access the course materials, assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience when you enroll in a course. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid. The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.