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Automate procurement in SAP S/4HANA with artificial intelligence.
Integration in 2-4 weeks via OData APIs and RFC. Automate the entire sourcing cycle in SAP S/4HANA, from RFQs to purchase orders synced with your ERP.
The problem
SAP S/4HANA is a powerful ERP for finance, supply chain, and manufacturing, but its purchasing module (MM) still relies on manual processes: quote requests are sent by email, comparisons are built in Excel, and there is no artificial intelligence to suggest the best award. For companies running SAP, this causes delays, errors, and lack of traceability in the sourcing process.
The solution
Sourced automates the sourcing process within your SAP S/4HANA ecosystem. From creating RFQs to automatic offer comparison with AI, Sourced handles everything and syncs Purchase Orders directly to SAP through its native APIs.
Direct connection with SAP S/4HANA via OData APIs and RFC modules for real-time bidirectional sync
Intelligent quote analysis that complements the MM module with automatic supplier evaluation
Automatic Purchase Order generation in SAP once the award is approved in Sourced
Key features of the SAP S/4HANA integration.
Supplier master sync
Automatically import your supplier base from SAP (Business Partners) and keep data synced across both platforms without manual effort.
Automatic RFQs from purchase requisitions
Convert SAP Purchase Requisitions into automated quote processes in Sourced with a single click.
AI-powered intelligent comparison
Get AI-generated comparison charts that analyze price, delivery time, payment terms, and quality — something the MM module doesn't offer.
Synced purchase orders
POs approved in Sourced are automatically created in SAP S/4HANA respecting the data structure, cost centers, and configured approval flows.
Full traceability
Every step of the sourcing process is recorded and linked to the corresponding SAP document for audits and compliance.
Unified procurement dashboard
Visualize savings metrics, cycle times, and supplier performance by combining data from Sourced and SAP in a single panel.
Sourced + SAP S/4HANA vs. native MM module.
| Feature | SAP S/4HANA + Sourced | SAP MM alone |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic RFQ delivery to suppliers | Yes, with tracking and automatic reminders | Manual, sent by email outside the system |
| AI-powered quote comparison | AI-generated comparison chart with multi-criteria scoring | Not available, done in external spreadsheets |
| Supplier portal | Web portal where suppliers upload quotes directly | Ariba required (expensive additional license) |
| New supplier discovery | Access to a global network of verified suppliers | Only works with suppliers already loaded in the master |
| Implementation time | 2-4 weeks for full integration | Already included but requires extensive customizing configuration |
| Approval flow automation | Configurable flows that sync with SAP workflows | Rigid workflows requiring ABAP for customization |
| Supplier communication | Integrated chat, automatic emails, and real-time notifications | No integrated communication channel |
| Procurement savings reports | Real-time dashboards with savings metrics by category | Static reports requiring BW/HANA development |
Frequently asked questions about the SAP S/4HANA integration.
Does the integration work with both SAP S/4HANA On-Premise and SAP S/4HANA Cloud?
Yes, Sourced connects with both versions. For SAP S/4HANA Cloud we use standard OData APIs, and for the On-Premise version we can use both OData and RFC calls depending on your system configuration. Our team guides you through the technical setup.
Do I need SAP Ariba if I use Sourced?
No. Sourced replaces the sourcing and RFQ management functionality that SAP Ariba offers, but at a fraction of the cost and with much faster implementation. Sourced works globally and integrates with SAP environments worldwide.
What data is synced between Sourced and SAP S/4HANA?
Supplier masters (Business Partners), Purchase Requisitions, Purchase Orders, materials, cost centers, and payment terms are synced. All synchronization is bidirectional and in real time.
Supercharge procurement in SAP S/4HANA with Sourced
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