SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) is a comprehensive solution for centralized master data management and governance. To enhance user experience and productivity, SAP MDG integrates seamlessly with SAP Fiori, SAP’s modern, role-based user interface technology.
SAP Fiori offers a consistent, intuitive, and responsive UI that simplifies master data creation, change, approval, and monitoring processes in MDG. This article explores how SAP MDG integrates with SAP Fiori, the benefits of this integration, and key considerations for implementing SAP Fiori apps in the MDG landscape.
SAP Fiori is a design system and user experience paradigm that provides simple, personalized, and coherent user interfaces across SAP solutions. Fiori apps are role-based, responsive, and built on modern UI5 technology standards, enabling easy access on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.
- Fiori provides an intuitive, easy-to-navigate interface tailored to the needs of different MDG roles such as Data Stewards, Approvers, and Data Owners.
- Simplifies complex master data management tasks with guided data entry and embedded validations.
- Role-based launchpads and apps help users focus only on their relevant tasks.
- Quick access to workflows, change requests, and reports accelerates governance processes.
¶ 3. Mobile and Responsive Access
- Fiori apps are fully responsive, allowing users to manage master data anytime, anywhere, on any device.
- Supports on-the-go approvals and data updates, increasing flexibility.
¶ 4. Consistent Look and Feel
- Provides a uniform UI consistent with other SAP solutions, reducing user training effort.
- Supports branding and customization to match corporate identity.
¶ Key Components of SAP MDG and Fiori Integration
- Acts as the central entry point for SAP MDG users.
- Organizes apps into groups and catalogs based on roles.
- Provides notifications for workflow tasks, approvals, and alerts.
- Pre-delivered Fiori apps for common master data domains like Business Partner, Material, and Finance Master Data.
- Apps for creating, changing, approving, and displaying master data records.
- Analytical apps for monitoring data quality and workflow statuses.
- SAP MDG exposes master data and workflow operations through OData services consumed by Fiori apps.
- Supports real-time data access and updates with backend integration.
- SAP MDG workflows are integrated with Fiori, enabling users to process approvals and tasks within the Fiori interface.
- Provides inline actions such as Approve, Reject, or Request More Information.
- Install and configure SAP Fiori front-end server.
- Configure user roles and authorizations to control app access.
- Activate MDG-specific OData services in the backend system.
- Ensure services are accessible from the front-end server.
- Assign apps to users based on their roles.
- Customize apps using SAP Fiori elements or SAP UI5 extensibility if needed.
- Link SAP MDG workflow tasks to Fiori notifications.
- Configure task inbox and actions for seamless approval processing.
¶ Step 5: Test and Deploy
- Test the end-to-end process, including master data creation, change requests, and approvals.
- Roll out Fiori apps to end-users with training and documentation.
¶ Benefits of SAP MDG and Fiori Integration
| Benefit |
Description |
| User-Centric Design |
Role-based apps tailored to business needs. |
| Increased Efficiency |
Streamlined workflows with embedded actions and notifications. |
| Enhanced Collaboration |
Easy communication between data owners and approvers. |
| Mobility |
Access to master data governance anytime, anywhere. |
| Improved Data Quality |
Guided data entry and validations reduce errors. |
| Scalability |
Modular apps can be extended or customized for future needs. |
Integrating SAP Master Data Governance with SAP Fiori transforms the user experience, making master data management simpler, faster, and more accessible. By leveraging Fiori’s modern UI and seamless backend connectivity, organizations can empower users to govern master data effectively while improving compliance and data quality.
This integration supports role-based access, responsive design, and embedded workflows, making SAP MDG a truly user-friendly and enterprise-ready solution.