This course provides an in-depth introduction to manual planning capabilities in SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC). Participants will explore the complete planning lifecycle, beginning with planning models and stories, and continuing with advanced planning features such as version management, dimension maintenance, data entry methods, planning formulas, data distribution, validation, auditing, and data locking. The course also introduces seamless planning scenarios using SAP Datasphere integration.

This is an advanced-level course and is intended for learners who already have a solid understanding of SAP Analytics Cloud modeling and story design.

Software Version

This course is based on:

SAP Analytics Cloud 2026.08 (QRC)

Notes

This is an advanced (deep-dive) course. Participants are strongly encouraged to complete the SACM21 and SACS21 courses, or possess equivalent hands-on knowledge, before attending.

For corporate groups, we can organize this training as an on-site private group.

Prerequisites

Essential

SACM21 – SAP Analytics Cloud Data Modeling
or equivalent practical experience with SAP Analytics Cloud modeling.

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for:

Application Consultants
Business Analysts
Data Consultants
Technology Consultants
Data Analysts

What You Will Learn

After completing this course, participants will be able to:

Explain the planning lifecycle within SAP Analytics Cloud.
Build and manage planning models and planning stories.
Configure and use the core planning functionality in SAP Analytics Cloud.
Create and maintain planning versions and dimension members.
Perform manual, mass, and fluid data entry.
Utilize inverse dimension formulas during planning.
Distribute planning data using planning panels.
Validate and audit planning data.
Implement data locking mechanisms to control planning access.
Perform integrated planning using SAP Datasphere.

Training Outline

Introduction to SAP Analytics Cloud Planning

Understanding the planning process
Overview of planning capabilities
Planning models and planning stories

Planning Models and Stories

Creating planning models
Designing planning stories
Configuring planning environments

Version Management

Creating planning versions
Managing private and public versions
Version comparison

Dimension Management

Creating and maintaining dimension members
Planning-specific dimension configuration

Data Entry

Manual Planning
Mass Data Entry
Fluid Data Entry
Best practices for planning input

Planning Calculations

Working with inverse dimension formulas
Managing planning calculations

Data Distribution

Using Planning Panels
Distributing planning values
Allocation techniques

Data Validation and Security

Auditing planning activities
Validating planning data
Implementing data locking

Seamless Planning with SAP Datasphere

Connecting SAP Analytics Cloud with SAP Datasphere
Integrated planning scenarios
End-to-end planning workflow

Why Choose Us

Leading UK-based global training provider since 1995.

Experience SACP23 - Performing Manual Planning with SAP Analytics Cloud through Bilginç IT Academy's live and interactive virtual classroom environment. Join a Public course as an individual delegate or arrange a dedicated Private / In-house online training program exclusively for your organization.

Delivery Method: Online Instructor-Led
Participation Model: Public / Private (In-house)
Live and Interactive Training: Connect with your instructor in real time and actively participate through discussions, Q&A sessions, practical exercises, and group activities.
Flexible Participation: Join the training from your home, office, or any location with a suitable internet connection.
Expert Trainer Network: Learn from experienced trainers with strong industry backgrounds and practical field expertise.
Over 30 Years of Training Expertise: Benefit from Bilginç IT Academy's professional training experience since 1995.
Worldwide Access: Join our live virtual classrooms from anywhere in the world or arrange a dedicated online training program for your organization.

Experience SACP23 - Performing Manual Planning with SAP Analytics Cloud in a professional face-to-face classroom environment. Classroom Based training can be delivered as a Public course open to individual delegates or as a dedicated Private / In-house class exclusively for your organization.

Delivery Method: Classroom Based
Participation Model: Public / Private (In-house)
Face-to-Face Learning: Interact directly with your instructor and fellow delegates in an engaging classroom environment.
Experienced Trainers: Learn from specialists with extensive industry experience and practical real-world knowledge.
Professional Training Environment: Attend training in comfortable, well-equipped classrooms designed to support effective learning.
Practical Learning: Depending on the course, reinforce your knowledge through hands-on exercises, scenarios, case studies, and instructor-led activities.

Arrange SACP23 - Performing Manual Planning with SAP Analytics Cloud as a dedicated Onsite training program for your organization. Bilginç IT Academy trainers can deliver the training at your office or another location of your choice, with the program planned around your team's requirements and business objectives.

Delivery Method: Onsite
Participation Model: Private (In-house)
Training at Your Preferred Location: Organize the training at your company's office or another location selected by your organization.
Tailored Course Content: Adapt the training program to your projects, team structure, existing skill levels, and specific business requirements.
Team-Focused Learning: Develop your team around a shared knowledge base while strengthening internal collaboration and knowledge transfer.
Flexible Scheduling: Plan the training dates, location, and program according to your organization's operational requirements.
Worldwide Onsite Delivery: Bilginç IT Academy trainers can travel internationally to deliver dedicated training programs at your preferred location.

SACP23 - Performing Manual Planning with SAP Analytics Cloud Training