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The purpose of this document is to define the conversion approach to create Business Partners - Customer (Sales and Service) - FLCU01 in S/4 HANA.
In SAP ECC, the Customer Sales View is part of the Customer Master Data, which is used to store customer-related information for sales transactions. It includes details such as sales area, pricing, delivery preferences, and billing information. The setup typically involves maintaining customer records separately for different sales organizations, distribution channels, and divisions.
In SAP S/4HANA, the Customer Sales View is integrated into the Business Partner (BP) model, which replaces the traditional customer/vendor objects from ECC. The Business Partner serves as a central entity, allowing a single record to hold multiple roles (e.g., customer and vendor). The Customer Sales View in S/4HANA is represented under the BP role FLCU01, which contains sales-specific data such as sales area assignments, pricing conditions, and delivery preferences
The scope of this document covers the approach for converting active <Data Object> from Legacy Source Systems into S/4HANA following the Business Partners - Customer (Sales and Service) - FLCU01 Master Data Design Standard.
The data from legacy system includes:
The data from legacy system excludes:
| Source | Scope | Source Approx No. of Records | Target System | Target Approx No. of Records |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WP2 | Customer Sales View | 80000 | S4 | 80000 |
| PF2 | Customer Sales View | 40000 | S4 | 40000 |
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CMMC 2.0 is a mandatory DoD cybersecurity certification for contractors handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Federal Contract Information (FCI). CUI includes sensitive technical data (e.g., design specs, system info) related to U.S. military and space applications. The Composites Business handles CUI and is therefore within CMMC scope. Without certification, the business risks disqualification from existing and future DoD programs.
It is mandatory to implement CMMC-compliant systems and processes to for all the organizations that are dealing with CUI.
Therefore, there will be one SAP instance specifically for CUI related entities. The migration for CUI related entities will be covered by US based data consultant using separate tools.
Due to compliance requirement, there will be one SAP instance for Rest of the World and one for China specifically. For entities in China, the data will be loaded into SAP China instance while the entire migration process will remain the same as rest of the world.
To identify the record is for SAP China Instance, it will use below logic.
Customer Master Data - General Information
| SAP China Instance specific Sales Organization | |
If the data conversion involves third-party systems or external data sources, such as Icertis, describe any additional requirements related to data mapping, transformation logic, validation rules or security measures that must be followed.
With Functional input, document the technical design of the target fields that are in the scope of this document.
The technical design of the target for this conversion approach.
| Table | Field | Data Element | Field Description | Data Type | Length | Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MARA | MATNR | MATNR | Material Number | CHAR | 18 | Mandatory |
All data cleansing should take place in the data source system as defined in this document, unless system limitations prevent it.
If data cleansing is managed outside of the source system (e.g. Syniti Migrate, 3rd Party Vendor, DCT), the necessary documentation must be produced and appended to this deliverable for sign-off.
| ID | Criticality | Error Message/Report Description | Rule | Output | Source System |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Identify customer not used in the existing sales area | The general view and sales view is active, and the sales view is created for more than 2 years, but there is no sales transaction within the sales area for more than 2 years for this customer | ||||
| Fill in mandatory fields based on master data standards 1. Incoterm | For all the sold-to party and the sales view is active, but there is no incoterm maintained | ||||
| Fill in mandatory fields based on master data standards 2. Payment term | For all the payer party and the sales view is active, but there is no payment term maintained | ||||
| Fill in mandatory fields based on master data standards 3. Shipping Condition | For all the ship-to party and the sales view is active, but there is no shipping condition maintained | ||||
| 4. Validate non-ISO incoterm used, such as COL. CPU, DAT(replaced by DPU), PPA, PPD | |||||
| 5. Validate obsolete payment term maintained | |||||
| 6. Update obsolete CSR as business partner | |||||
| 7. Incoterm part 2 with "." maintained | |||||
| Fill in mandatory fields based on master data standards 8. Missing sales group | |||||
| Fill in mandatory fields based on master data standards 9. Missing sales office | |||||
| 10. Check non standard currency code in use such as US$ | |||||
| After merging due to sales area definition change, pick the main records when the value is different | |||||
The high-level process is represented by the diagram below:
The ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) process is a structured approach to data migration and management, ensuring high-quality data is seamlessly transferred across systems. Here’s a breakdown of its key components:
1. Extraction
The process begins with extracting metadata and raw data from source systems, such as Syensqo ECC system (i.e., WP2/PF2) periodically. The extracted data is then staged for transformation.
2. Transformation
Once extracted, the data undergoes cleansing, consolidation, and governance. This step ensures data integrity, consistency, and compliance with business rules. The transformation process includes:
- Data validation to remove inconsistencies.
- Standardization to align formats across datasets.
- Business rule application to refine data for operational use.
3. Loading
The transformed data is then loaded into the target S4 Hana system.

For CUI instance, the ETL process will be similar, but it will not use Syniti tool.

Extract data from a source into Syniti Migrate for SAP ROW and SAP China relevant entities. There are 2 possibilities:
The agreed Relevancy criteria is applied to the extracted records to identify the records that are applicable for the Target loads.
For SAP CUI related entities, it will be alternative extraction process and the data will be stored in approved tools.
| Req # | Requirement Description | Team Responsible |
|---|---|---|
| Extraction Scope Definition | - Identify the source systems and databases involved. - Define the data objects (tables, fields, records) to be extracted. - Establish business rules for data selection. | Syniti / US Based Consultant for SAP CUI instance Syniti / LTC Data team |
| Extraction Methodology | - Specify the extraction approach (full, incremental, or delta extraction). - Determine the tools and technologies used. - Define data filtering criteria to exclude irrelevant records. | Syniti / US Based Consultant for SAP CUI instance |
| Extraction Execution Plan | - Establish execution timelines and batch processing schedules. - Assign responsibilities for extraction monitoring. - Document dependencies on other migration tasks. | Syniti / US Based Consultant for SAP CUI instance |
| Data Quality and Validation | - Define error handling mechanisms for extraction failures. | Syniti / US Based Consultant for SAP CUI instance |
| Selection Ref Screen | Parameter Name | Selection Type | Requirement | Value to be entered/set |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | ||||
<Object> DCT Rules
| Field Name | Field Description | Rule |
|---|---|---|
List the steps that need to occur before extraction can commence
| Item # | Step Description | Team Responsible |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Source System Availability
| Syensqo IT |
| 2 | Data Structure
| Syniti / US Based Consultant for SAP CUI instance |
| 3 | Referential Integrity
| Syniti / US Based Consultant for SAP CUI instance |
| 4 | Extraction Methodology
| Syniti / US Based Consultant for SAP CUI instance |
| 5 | Performance and Scalability Considerations
| Syniti / US Based Consultant for SAP CUI instance |
| 6 | Security and Compliance
| Syniti / US Based Consultant for SAP CUI instance |
The Target fields are mapped to the applicable Legacy field that will be its source, this is a 3-way activity involving the Business, Functional team and Data team. This identifies the transformation activity required to allow Syniti Migrate to make the data Target ready:
| Item # | Step Description | Team Responsible |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Transformation Scope Definition - Identify the source and target data structures. - Define business rules for data standardization. - Establish data cleansing requirements to remove inconsistencies. | Data Team |
| 2 | Data Mapping and Standardization - Align source fields with target fields. - Ensure unit consistency (e.g., currency, measurement units) | Data Team |
| 3 | Business Rule Application - Implement data enrichment/collection if applicable - Apply conditional transformations based on predefined logic/business rules | Data Team |
| 4 | Transformation Execution Plan - Define batch processing schedules. - Assign responsibilities for monitoring execution. - Establish error-handling mechanisms | Syniti |
Transformation Rules
| Rule # | Source system | Source Table | Source Field | Source Description | Target System | Target Table | Target Field | Target Description | Transformation Logic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mapping Table Name | Mapping Table Description |
|---|---|
| MAP_VKORG | Sales Organization Mapping Table |
| MAP_VTWEG | Distribution Channel Mapping Table |
| MAP_SPART | Division Mapping table |
| MAP_ZTERM | Payment terms Mapping table |
| MAP_PARVW | Partner Function Mapping table |
| Item # | Step Description | Team Responsible |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Source Data Integrity - Ensure extracted data is complete, accurate, and consistent. - Validate that data types and formats align with transformation requirements. | Syniti / US Based Consultant for SAP CUI instance |
| 2 | Referential Integrity - Ensure dependent records are transformed together or in advance, such as CNV-3007 Business Partner General | Syniti / US Based Consultant for SAP CUI instance |
| 3 | Transformation Logic and Mapping - Define data mapping rules between source and target schemas. | Data Team |
| 4 | Performance and Scalability Considerations - Optimize transformation processes for large datasets. - Ensure system resources can handle transformation workloads | Syniti / US Based Consultant for SAP CUI instance |
| 5 | Logging and Error Handling - Maintain detailed logs of transformation activities. - Define error-handling procedures for failed transformations | Syniti / US Based Consultant for SAP CUI instance |
| Task | Action |
|---|---|
| Compare Data Counts |
|
| Validate the mandatory fields | Validate there is value for all the mandatory fields |
| Validate Primary Keys and Unique Constraints |
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| Test Referential Integrity | Confirm dependent records exist in related tables |
| Task | Action |
|---|---|
| Validate the transformation | Validate the fields which require transformation have the value after transformation instead of the original field value |
| Check Data Consistency |
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Post-load validation is a critical step in data migration, ensuring that transferred data is accurate, complete, and functional within the target system.
1. Ensuring Data Integrity
After migration, data must be consistent with its original structure. Post-load validation checks for missing records, incorrect mappings, and formatting errors to prevent discrepancies.
2. Business Continuity
Faulty data can disrupt operations, leading to financial losses and inefficiencies. Validating post-load data ensures that applications function as expected, preventing downtime.
3. Error Detection and Resolution
By validating data post-migration, businesses can detect anomalies early, reducing the cost and effort required for corrections
| Task | Action |
|---|---|
| title | specific details of what and how the task needs to be performed e.g. which reports are being used etc. |
| Task | Action |
|---|---|
| title | specific details of what and how the task needs to be performed e.g. which reports are being used etc. |
The load process includes:
| Item # | Step Description | Team Responsible |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Load Scope Definition - Identify the target system and database structure. - Define data objects (tables, fields, records) to be loaded. - Establish business rules for data validation. | Data team |
| 2 | Load Methodology - Specify the loading tools and technologies (Migration Cockpit, LSMW, custom loading program). | Syniti / US Based Consultant for SAP CUI instance |
| 3 | Data Quality and Validation - Ensure data integrity checks (null values, duplicates, format validation). - Perform pre-load validations to verify completeness. - Define error handling mechanisms for load failures | Syniti / US Based Consultant for SAP CUI instance |
| 4 | Load Execution Plan - Establish execution timelines and batch processing schedules. - Assign responsibilities for monitoring execution. - Document dependencies on other migration tasks | Syniti / US Based Consultant for SAP CUI instance |
| 5 | Logging and Reporting - Maintain detailed logs of loading activities. - Generate summary reports on loaded data volume and quality. - Define escalation procedures for errors | Syniti / US Based Consultant for SAP CUI instance |
Load Phase and Dependencies
The Business Partner General will be loaded in the pre-cutover period.
Before loading, it will have dependency on the configuration.
List the Configurations required before loading can commence
| Item # | Configuration Item |
|---|---|
| 1 | Sales Area Definition |
| 2 | Sales Office Definition |
| 3 | Sales Group Definition |
| 4 | Payment Term definition |
| 5 | Define Tax Determination Rule |
| Object # | Preceding Object Conversion Approach |
|---|---|
| 3007 | Business Partner General (Role 000000) |
| Employee Personal Information | |
| 3011 | Business Partners - Contact Persons (BUP001) |
The table below depicts some possible system errors for this data object during data load. All data load error is to be logged as defect and managed within the Defect Management
| Error Type | Error Description | Action Taken |
|---|---|---|
| Configuration / Data Transformation | The value XXX for field XXX doesn't exist |
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| Configuration | There is mandatory field XXX missing |
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| Task | Action |
|---|---|
| Perform Source-to-Target Comparisons |
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| Task | Action |
|---|---|
| Execute Sample Queries and Reports |
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| Conduct Post-Migration Reconciliation | Generate reports comparing pre- and post-migration data. |
Post-load validation is a critical step in data migration, ensuring that transferred data is accurate, complete, and functional within the target system.
1. Ensuring Data Integrity
After migration, data must be consistent with its original structure. Post-load validation checks for missing records, incorrect mappings, and formatting errors to prevent discrepancies.
2. Business Continuity
Faulty data can disrupt operations, leading to financial losses and inefficiencies. Validating post-load data ensures that applications function as expected, preventing downtime.
3. Error Detection and Resolution
By validating data post-migration, businesses can detect anomalies early, reducing the cost and effort required for corrections
| Task | Action |
|---|---|
| title | specific details of what and how the task needs to be performed e.g. which reports are being used etc. |
| Task | Action |
|---|---|
| title | specific details of what and how the task needs to be performed e.g. which reports are being used etc. |
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