Solution Architect

Job Title : SAPSD/OTC Solution Architect

Exp : 10+

Key Responsibilities :

SAP SD Configuration & Customization for Automotive :

- Configure and maintain Order-to-Cash (OTC) processes, including sales order processing, pricing, credit checks, delivery, and billing tailored for vehicle sales and parts distribution

- Define and maintain automotive-specific pricing procedures, condition techniques, tax determination, and revenue recognition

- Implement and configure Variant Configuration (VC) for vehicle build options, product configurator, and BOM integration

- Configure Vehicle Management System (VMS) for vehicle tracking, VIN handling, and vehicle lifecycle management

- Set up and manage automotive dealer networks, direct sales channels, and fleet management within SAP

- Implement warranty claim processing and warranty parts return handling

- Configure partner determination, output determination, text determination, and incompletion procedures

- Manage availability check (ATP), transfer of requirements (TOR), and delivery scheduling

- Handle returns processing, intercompany sales, consignment sales, third-party sales, and subcontracting scenarios relevant to automotive supply chains

- Support and configure rebate processing, incentive management, and settlement management in S/4HANA

Integration & Interfaces :

- Work on SAP SD integration with MM (Procurement), FI (Billing & Accounting), WM (Warehouse Management), and PP (Production Planning) modules

- Configure intercompany and intra-company sales processes, ensuring smooth inter-module integration

- Implement EDI/IDoc processing for automotive industry standards.

- Configure integration with parts catalog systems and vehicle specification databases

- Work with ALE (Application Link Enabling) and IDoc Monitoring for error handling

- Set up interfaces with logistics providers and transportation management systems

S/4HANA & Advanced Automotive Concepts :

- Deep understanding of SAP S/4HANA SD functionalities, including :

- Business Partner Concept (Customer/Vendor Integration - CVI)

- Simplified Data Model (No VBFA for Document Flow, Unified Tables like ACDOCA)

- Fiori Applications for Sales Order Processing, Pricing, and Credit Management

- Billing and Settlement Management replacing SD Rebates

- Implement and configure Advanced ATP for complex vehicle production and delivery scheduling

- Set up and optimize automotive-specific product allocation processes

- Configure vehicle transportation management and delivery scheduling

- Perform data migration using SAP Migration Cockpit, LTMC, or BAPIs

Technical & Functional Documentation

- Prepare functional specifications for automotive-specific enhancements, custom developments, and reports

- Work with ABAP developers to develop custom reports, BAPIs, BADIs, and User Exits for automotive requirements

- Perform unit testing, integration testing (SIT), and user acceptance testing (UAT)

- Document automotive business processes, test scripts, and training materials for end-users

Support & Issue Resolution

- Provide L1/L2/L3 support for SD-related incidents and change requests

- Monitor and resolve issues related to vehicle pricing, invoicing, credit management, and EDI orders

- Analyze system logs, debug issues, and optimize system performance

- Collaborate with business users, technical teams, and cross-functional SAP teams to resolve critical issues

Nice to Have :

- Knowledge in SAP TM (Transportation Management) for vehicle logistics and distribution

- Experience with SAP GTS (Global Trade Services) for automotive import/export compliance

- Exposure to SAP FSCM (Financial Supply Chain Management) for Advanced Credit Management and automotive financing

- Knowledge of SAP BRF+ (Business Rule Framework) for output determination and automotive-specific business rules