In the SAP Cloud Platform Integration (CPI) landscape, Local Integration Processes (LIP) provide developers with a powerful means to design and execute integration scenarios entirely within the cloud environment, without dependency on external adapters or systems. This article explores what Local Integration Processes are, their use cases, and how they enhance the integration capabilities in SAP Cloud Platform.
Local Integration Processes are integration flows executed entirely within SAP Cloud Platform Integration without invoking external systems or adapters. Instead, they operate on message processing steps such as routing, data transformation, enrichment, and conditional branching, all happening “locally” inside the CPI runtime.
Unlike traditional integration flows that focus on connecting sender and receiver systems, Local Integration Processes serve as modular, reusable process components within larger integration scenarios.
Data Enrichment and Validation
Use local processes to enrich incoming messages with additional data or validate payloads before routing.
Conditional Routing and Branching
Implement decision-making logic to route messages based on content or header information.
Looping and Aggregation
Process batches of messages or aggregate data fragments within a local process to build complete messages.
Error Handling and Compensation
Encapsulate error handling or rollback logic within local processes to keep main flows clean.
Create a Local Integration Process
In the SAP CPI Web IDE, define a new Local Integration Process artifact.
Design the Process Flow
Use the graphical editor to add steps such as message mapping, content modifier, router, script, and timer.
Invoke Local Process from Integration Flow
Call the Local Integration Process using the Call Local Integration Process step inside your main integration flow.
Test and Monitor
Deploy and test your integration scenarios using the SAP CPI monitoring tools to ensure correct execution.
Local Integration Processes empower SAP Cloud Platform Integration developers to build modular, efficient, and maintainable integration scenarios fully within the cloud environment. By handling orchestration, transformation, and routing locally, these processes reduce external dependencies and enhance the overall integration architecture.
Embracing Local Integration Processes is a strategic approach to developing flexible, scalable, and reusable integration solutions in the SAP ecosystem, accelerating digital transformation journeys with agility.