Data Provisioning Scenarios: Unlocking the Power of SAP using SAP Datasphere, SAP BW Bridge

Imagine you're running a booming e-commerce business. You've got tons of transactional data from all your sales orders and customer info scattered across different systems. Now, you want to bring it all together, crunch the numbers, and see how much money you’re making in each currency, plus all the cool details about your customers. So, where do you start? That's where SAP Business Warehouse Bridge (SAP BW Bridge) and SAP Datasphere come into play!

🔑 Key Terminology

Before we dive in, let’s break down the key terminology you'll need, kind of like your data roadmap! 🚗

1. SAP BW Bridge Objects: Think of these as the tools you need to bring data into the SAP world. You know the usual suspects like InfoObjects (master data), ADSOs (for transactional data), and Transformations (to make sure data flows correctly). But did you know Open ODS Views and BAdIs don’t play well in SAP BW Bridge? Yep, some tools can’t be used here because SAP BW Bridge is more about physical data storage!

2. SAP Datasphere: This is where the magic happens for cloud-based sources. It's like the universe of all possible data connections. Whether it’s cloud sources, file sources, or even SAP HANA, you’ve got more flexibility in the SAP Datasphere core tenant.

🏢 Where Should You Connect Your Data?

Now, you’ve got two main places to integrate your data:

• SAP BW Bridge (aka your on-premise hero)
• SAP Datasphere Core Tenant (cloud-based wizardry)

But here's the twist: SAP BW Bridge is limited to on-premise and ODP-based sources. So, if you’ve got files or big data hanging around, you’ll want to send them straight to SAP Datasphere Core Tenant, which is like the ultimate cloud storage for all things data. ☁️✨

📦 Data Integration Options: The Big Decision

The big question is, “Should I use SAP BW Bridge or SAP Datasphere Core for my SAP S/4HANA and SAP Business Suite sources?”

• If you’re extracting all data (full load) from SAP S/4HANA or Business Suite, both SAP BW Bridge and SAP Datasphere Core can do the job. 🎉
• But when it comes to delta loads (you know, extracting just the changes from the source), the plot thickens. SAP BW Bridge is your friend if you’re dealing with S-API extractors—though they have some quirks, like missing primary key definitions. Oops! 🚧
• On the other hand, CDS extractors are a dream for SAP Datasphere Core, especially for delta loads. They have the proper keys and work seamlessly with SAP Datasphere’s upsert mode! 🔑💨

💡 So, What’s the Verdict?

When deciding between SAP BW Bridge and SAP Datasphere Core Tenant, think about what you’re dealing with:

• Full Load? Go ahead, use either! No problem at all! 😎
• Delta Loads? If you’re dealing with S-API extractors, you might hit a few roadblocks (hello, missing primary keys). But CDS extractors? They’re your golden ticket for smooth sailing! 🏆

 📊 Wrapping Up the Data Adventure

To summarize, SAP BW Bridge is your go-to for on-premise data, while SAP Datasphere Core is all about cloud flexibility. Both have their place, and your choice depends on your specific needs—whether it's a full extraction, delta loads, or how much you love working with cloud data. 🌥️

In the end, whether you’re bridging the gap or letting the Datasphere shine, the goal is the same: Get that data flowing smoothly, and make those insights work for you!