SAP ABAP OTC Consultant

The SAP ABAP OTC Consultant at our company is responsible for developing and maintaining SAP solutions specifically for Order-to-Cash processes. This includes overseeing areas such as Order Management, Billing, Accounts Receivable, and Customer Master Data. The consultant will analyze issues related to order processing and work closely with functional teams to ensure the successful integration and implementation of SAP solutions.

To excel as an SAP ABAP OTC Consultant at our company, candidates should possess at least 8 years of hands-on experience in core SAP ABAP development. Familiarity with SAP Fiori UI5 is also important. A strong understanding of various SAP modules, particularly those linked to Order-to-Cash processes, and the ability to develop SAP HANA CDS Views and OData services is crucial for this role.

The SAP ABAP OTC Consultant plays a vital role by collaborating on the design and development of integrations between SAP and other systems. This involves understanding the various data exchange requirements and building robust solutions that ensure seamless connectivity, thus enhancing the overall efficiency of the order-to-cash processes.

Candidates for the SAP ABAP OTC Consultant position should be proficient in SAP ABAP development, including experience with S4/HANA and SAP HANA CDS View/OData Services. Familiarity with API usage, extensibility options, and other SAP technologies such as Fiori and SAP BTP Integration Suite is advantageous. An understanding of Clean Core principles and a solid grasp of debugging and performance optimization is also expected.

Code reviews are crucial for the SAP ABAP OTC Consultant as they ensure that the development adheres to coding standards and best practices, particularly the NBCU S/4 HANA coding standards. They allow for collaborative learning, help catch potential issues early, and ensure that the deliverables are of high quality before being integrated into the production environment.

When answering, focus on specific projects you've worked on that relate to Order-to-Cash processes and describe the key challenges you faced, the solutions implemented, and the technologies used, such as BAPIs and CDS Views. Highlight your hands-on experience and emphasize the positive impact your contributions made on stakeholders.

Discuss various debugging techniques you’ve employed, including using transaction codes for debugging, breakpoints, and the ABAP Debugger. Mention any specific instances where troubleshooting led to significant improvements in system performance or reliability, demonstrating your problem-solving skills.

Talk about your commitment to following coding standards, participating in code reviews, and staying updated on SAP’s best practices. You might also mention how you adapt to Clean Core principles and apply them in your development work to create maintainable and efficient code.

Reflect on specific techniques you’ve learned that have contributed to impactful designs, emphasizing the significance of collaboration with functional teams. Describe a situation where your insights led to a better understanding of a problem, ultimately enhancing project outcomes.

Share your approach for estimation and prioritization, including tools or methods you use (like Agile tools). Provide examples of how you’ve effectively balanced multiple tasks or adapted to changing project requirements while still delivering quality results on time.

Think of a project where you were responsible for SAP integrations. Discuss the challenges faced, the integration methods you used, and how you ensured successful communication between systems. This serves as an opportunity to display your problem-solving acumen and technical expertise.

Here, describe any recent experience with SAP technologies like Fiori, BTP Integration Suite, or the latest advancements in ABAP programming. Highlight how you’ve integrated these technologies into projects to streamline processes or enhance user experiences.

Emphasize the importance of maintaining open lines of communication. Talk about how you facilitate regular updates, feedback loops, and collaboration sessions, ensuring that stakeholders are kept informed and supportive of project goals.

Mention specific tools you've used such as ADO for reporting RICEFW status. Explain how these tools have helped you stay organized, prioritize, and provide transparency to teams about your ongoing work and task completion.

Convey your proactive strategy for skills development, whether through formal training, personal projects, or community engagements. Discuss how you’ve used these techniques to stay current with trends and deliver better solutions in your projects.