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3DEXPERIENCE SAP CONNECTOR

3DEXPERIENCE SAP
Connector

For rapid deployment of dependable integrations between
the industry-leading systems for PLM (3DEXPERIENCE) and ERP (SAP).

 

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Overview

What is the 3DEXPERIENCE SAP Connector?

Developed by in-house specialists and built on our tried-and-true Integration Framework, the 3DEXPERIENCE SAP Connector offers the most efficient way to set up your integration between 3DEXPERIENCE and SAP.

With preconfigured installation packages, documentation, admin guides, and use cases for enterprise integration, the 3DEXPERIENCE SAP Connector makes light work of this complex system integration.

Benefits

Why choose the 3DEXPERIENCE SAP Connector?

Built on tried-and-true integration technologies, the 3DEXPERIENCE SAP Connector is designed to give you the fastest time-to-value when connecting business-critical systems.

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Improve efficiency

Eliminate manual data transfers between systems, streamlining your processes.

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Instant business overview

Keep your data up-to-date and reliable, reducing process latency and ensuring accurate insights.

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Data-driven processes

Leverage live data to enhance overall performance and make informed decisions.

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Ensure quality

Reduce errors, increase system uptime, and maintain data synchronization for improved reliability.

Security and authentication

The 3DEXPERIENCE SAP Connector uses a token resolver for authorization, with the token containing a bearer token value.

This resolver can be configured for different protocols.

Granting access using the OAuth 2.0 protocol enables 2FA (two-factor authentication) or certificate-based authentication.

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Communication

The 3DEXPERIENCE SAP (S4HANA) Connector uses OData (open data protocol), a standard protocol based on REST (representational state transfer) web services for creating and consuming data.

OData applies web technologies such as HTTP/S/XML and JSON. OData is an ISO/IEC-approved, OASIS standard, ISO/IEC 20802-1:2016 (OData 4.0 Protocol) and ISO/IEC 20802-2:2016 (OData 4.0 JSON Format).

The SAP ERP Connector uses REST and SOAP Webservices for communication.

Features

What can you do with the 3DEXPERIENCE SAP Connector?

The 3DEXPERIENCE SAP Connector supports multiple versions and platforms for both 3DEXPERIENCE and SAP. It's developed according to standards and recommendations given by both Dassault Systèmes and SAP. All the features listed here are compatible with SAP SE (R/3) (RFC/SOAP), and SAP S/4HANA (OData).

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Engineering and design management

Sync products, parts, and Engineering BOMs (EBOM), with specifications.

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Change management

Manage changes between 3DEXPERIENCE with change orders and change actions to SAP ECR process.

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Document management

Manage documents, files, and/or document links, utilize built-in PDF generation with templating, merging, and watermarking.

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Manufacturing management

Sync products, parts, Manufacturing BOMs (MBOM) with specifications, Resource BOMs (BOR), and Operations BOMs (BOP).

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Product configuration management
Manage variants and configurations within 3DEXPERIENCE product configurations, 150%/100% BOMs, MBOMs, SAP BOMs, and Production BOMs, all with specifications.

Use cases

Use case examples for the 3DEXPERIENCE SAP Connector

Use case Description SAP BTP (OData) SAP S/4HANA (PI/PO)
Create product/material Creates material in ERP and returns part number to PLM
Send EBOM (UPS BOM) Sends EBOM to ERP with specifications
Send physical product BOM Sends EBOM to ERP with specifications
Release document At document release workflow, creates PDF linked to ERP
Update attribute from PLM Event-triggered updates of attributes to ERP
Update attribute from ERP Event-triggered updates of attributes to PLM
Clone product Clones product in 3DEXPERIENCE with references
Create physical product/material Creates material in ERP and returns physical product number to PLM
Send MBOM Sends MBOM to ERP with specifications
Send BOR Sends Bill of Resources to ERP
Send BOP Sends Bill of Processes to ERP
These are just examples of standard use cases that are pre-configured. All use cases are configurable for best process alignment.
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Approach

How do you implement the 3DEXPERIENCE SAP Connector?

Getting started with your 3DEXPERIENCE SAP integration has never been easier. With our dedicated service package, you can be up and running in as little as two weeks!

Preparation
During the first 2 days, we'll work together to identify business drivers and key objectives. We'll investigate systems setup and IT infrastructure, collect requirements, and establish a project plan.
Installation
During the next 2-4 days we'll install both the test and production systems with basic configurations, conduct a connectivity test and set up monitoring tools.
System setup
The most substantial phase of your 3DEXPERIENCE SAP integration project will be the configuration of use cases. From experience, this can take anywhere between 2 and 10 days, depending on the complexity of your requirements.
Testing and validation
Once we have the bidirectional plm-erp integration fine-tuned to your unique requirements, we'll spend the next 5 days testing, validating, making adjustments, and developing documentation.
Deployment and support
The final step: it's time to go live with your 3DEXPERIENCE SAP integration! During the last two days of the project, we'll fine tune for performance, supply the documentation needed to maintain your connection, and provide on-site support throughout your deployment.

How can you deploy the 3DEXPERIENCE SAP Connector?

The 3DEXPERIENCE SAP Connector provides flexible deployment options that cater to most 3DEXPERIENCE, ENOVIA, and SAP installations.

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On-premise

Available for:

  • All 3DEXPERIENCE
  • ENOVIA 2013-

Deployed via:

  • Integration server


Integrates with:

  • SAP ERP (R/3)
  • SAP S/4HANA
  • SAP BTP
  • SAP PI/PO
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Cloud

Available for:

  • 3DEXPERIENCE Cloud


Deployed via:

  • Integration services


Integrates with:

  • SAP S/4HANA
  • SAP BTP
  • SAP PI/PO
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Hybrid

Available for:

  • 3DEXPERIENCE Cloud


Deployed via:

  • Integration services
  • Integration server

Integrates with:

  • SAP ERP (R/3)
  • SAP S/4HANA
  • SAP BTP
  • SAP PI/PO
Services and training

Break down the barriers to your success

Outsource PLM integration requirements or work together with our platinum-certified experts to expand your team's knowledge of Dassault Systèmes solutions.

PLM Services

Maximize the value of digital transformation and ensure your systems are optimized to meet your unique business goals.

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Training

Learn from qualified, certified, and experienced engineers whose in-depth knowledge of the Dassault Systèmes portfolio comes from practical, daily use.

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Interested in purchasing the 3DEXPERIENCE SAP Connector?

Stefan Tärnblom and team are on hand to provide tailored guidance and support with a deep knowledge of the full Dassault Systèmes portfolio and related system integrations. Get in touch with us for a consultation.

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