Is SAP-HR Worth It for My Career in HR? Seeking Advice on Its Benefits and Best Modules

Hi all seniors, I have completed an MBA in HR from Sikkim Manipal University and am currently pursuing a diploma in labor law from NIRM. Could you please advise me on whether SAP-HR would be beneficial for me? What is the scope of SAP-HR, and which module would be most advantageous for me? I am eagerly awaiting your response.

Thanks in advance.

I admire SAP for being good to work with. Firstly, when looking for a job, you should seek positions that involve using software that your company utilizes. If your company uses SAP, they will likely provide training in modules such as HR and payroll. Hope this information is helpful.

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Shaikh

Hey friends, what are the things covered under SAP? I am an HR manager, but I haven't done an SAP course. Can you provide me more information on the topic?

Thank you.

Topics Covered in SAP HR

In SAP HR, topics covered include:

- Organisation Structure
- Enterprise Structure
- Payroll
- Personnel Management
- Personnel Administration
- Benefits
- Time Management
- Training & Development
- Travel Management
- Compensation Management

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Sandhya

If I do the SAP HR module, what are the chances of getting a job, and how much salary could I receive initially? Please guide me with a well-structured answer.

Hi Sandhya, I have an MBA in HR and three years of experience in generalist roles. Could you please advise me on which modules from the options mentioned would be most beneficial for me? Your suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

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Indu

Hey friends, I am an HR professional with 3 years of experience. I am looking for a change in my job. If I pursue a course in SAP HR, will it be beneficial for me? What will be the course content? How much investment, and how much return will I get after completing this course? I am really confused... please help me out.

Understanding SAP HR in Business

Please note that SAP HR is an ERP used by businesses to enhance and improve their existing legacy HR processes. Upon detailed analysis, it becomes evident that SAP HR is purely a technical platform requiring SAP HR consultants to address technical system-oriented issues by making/editing entries in various SAP tables to maintain seamless HR operations.

For instance, in the scenario of a payroll issue where a payhead does not appear correctly on the payslip of certain employees, the role of an SAP HR consultant involves investigating the payroll control record tables and examining various infotypes to identify the root cause. Subsequently, the consultant rectifies the issue by making/editing necessary entries in the payroll/other master data records.

Essentially, SAP HR work does not encompass traditional HR functions such as talent management, competency mapping, hiring, PMS, or training activities. These tasks are already integrated within the organization's framework and executed within SAP HR to yield desired outcomes. Therefore, minimal HR value addition is associated with SAP HR operations.

Business Relevance of SAP HR

The aspect of SAP HR that holds business HR relevance lies in its implementation within an organization. Here, an SAP HR consultant must comprehend the existing business HR landscape and advise management on the suitable SAP HR modules that could enhance the current system. However, even in this capacity, the SAP HR consultant's role focuses more on understanding and evaluating existing practices rather than directly contributing HR value-addition.

In practice, SAP HR implementation initiatives are typically outsourced to consulting organizations by implementing companies. Consultants offer insights and recommendations in exchange for consultancy fees, and the subsequent SAP implementation process predominantly revolves around technical aspects.

Career Considerations in SAP HR

From a long-term career perspective, it may be more advantageous to cultivate expertise in the HR field unless one possesses a strong technical inclination and a preference for prioritizing technology over HR in their career trajectory.

These reflections stem from personal experiences. I encourage you to seek advice from others and carefully contemplate before considering a career transition from HR to SAP HR.

Regards,
Probhat Goswami

Thank you so much, Mr. Goswami. Your views will really help me in making a decision. Can you suggest some courses that will improve my prospects in the market?

I have a requirement for SAP-HR course details. Many institutes are running SAP-HR courses, but which institute is better? There are many variations in the fees, so please guide me on which one is better.

Regards.

Hi Probhat, request you to share your email. I am an HR professional with 2 years of experience and am considering pursuing SAP HR, assuming it will advance my career. Your insights suggest otherwise. I seek further guidance on this matter.

Regards,
Anshu