With the increasing adoption of cloud technologies, SAP HANA Cloud has become a cornerstone for modern data management and real-time analytics. At the same time, SAP Business Client remains a pivotal user interface tool that integrates various SAP applications into a single desktop environment. Accessing data stored in SAP HANA Cloud directly through SAP Business Client enhances productivity by providing seamless interaction with real-time data alongside transactional and analytical applications.
This article explains how to connect and access SAP HANA Cloud data from SAP Business Client, bridging the cloud data platform and the SAP user experience.
Combining these two technologies enables users to utilize SAP HANA Cloud’s powerful data services without leaving their familiar SAP Business Client environment.
Before you start, ensure the following prerequisites are met:
SAP Business Client supports launching SAP Fiori applications that consume SAP HANA Cloud data.
Configure Fiori Launchpad URL:
In SAP Business Client, set the SAP Fiori Launchpad URL connected to SAP HANA Cloud services as the start page.
Single Sign-On (SSO):
Enable SSO between SAP Business Client and SAP HANA Cloud to provide seamless login experience.
Use Fiori apps:
Users can run analytical and transactional Fiori apps that query SAP HANA Cloud in real time.
SAP HANA Cloud exposes data through OData services, which can be consumed by Web Dynpro ABAP or Java applications.
For backend systems integrated with SAP HANA Cloud, users can access SAP GUI transactions that retrieve or manipulate cloud data.
Add System Connection:
Define the SAP Fiori launchpad or SAP backend system connection in SAP Business Client.
Configure Start Page:
Set the start page to the SAP Fiori Launchpad URL for SAP HANA Cloud-based applications.
Manage Authentication:
Configure secure authentication methods such as SSO using SAP Single Sign-On or OAuth.
Add Favorite Apps:
Add SAP Fiori apps or Web Dynpro apps accessing SAP HANA Cloud to favorites or Work Centers for quick access.
Accessing SAP HANA Cloud data from SAP Business Client integrates powerful cloud database capabilities with a rich desktop interface, enhancing business insights and operational efficiency. By configuring SAP Business Client to consume SAP Fiori apps, OData services, and SAP GUI transactions tied to SAP HANA Cloud, organizations can provide users with seamless, real-time access to critical data within their familiar SAP environment.
As enterprises embrace hybrid landscapes, this integration empowers users to work smarter, faster, and with greater data agility.
Keywords: SAP Business Client, SAP HANA Cloud, SAP Fiori, OData, Web Dynpro, cloud data access, real-time analytics, SAP integration.