If we say No, would you still consider a career in SAP?

Just kidding, mate. Anyway, to answer your question: YES. In fact, it'll be a slight advantage because whatever knowledge you have will come in handy. Like, if you're good in programming, then if you were to take up ABAP, it'll be easier for you to understand the concept and flow.

I wouldn't know since I don't like programming.

Lastly, I know of some people who don't have IT backgrounds yet they are very good at their chosen module.

Yes, I am but I'm going to keep what module I'm in a secret.

There are a lot of companies using SAP. I'm not going to list them down because they're far too many. You can get a list from SAP Malaysia's website.

This post has been edited by mcbarney666: Jun 20 2008, 10:59 PM

Well, just like in any other SAP module, doing purely support, frankly, won't get you far.

Let's be realistic: You do support, you will learn no doubt, but it's nothing compared to being in a project. So get your experience, then try for a consultant position. That's the only way you can really, really learn. I should know, I know a lot of people in the same boat as you.

As far as I know, like in any other module, Basis future is there. It's whether or not you're willing to work at it. If you do good job, you get good pay. Do sheet job, you paham paham la.

Aiseh, I forgot to register earlier!

Hopefully I'm not too late.

Can't wait for the Summit. Last year's one was very good.

Dude, he said his company is looking for experienced SAP consultants. Working experience means nothing in the SAP world unless you have the skills.

Hoho. Pray tell me why...

I'm really interested to hear your views.

I LOLed when I saw your first line. Sorry. Nope, 2 cycles doesn't mean you go to the client twice. It's roughly like this:

Full life cycle implementation means implementing the project start from requirement gathering, analysis, solution desion, mapping, implementing according to ASAP methodology.

It's something like SDLC only with SAP's ASAP methodology.

HR module less complex? Ohmygawd.

It's one of the toughest modules out there for the simple reason that no two companies are alike, therefore, the inner workings of the HR system have to be tailored accordingly.

Bright career? Yes. Projects in abundance? No.

Consultancy firms deal with clients and users whereas end-users typically only handle internal stuff.

Hmm... I don't think there's much difference whether you're a techie or a functional.

End-user environment is typically not as challenging, simply because there's no pressure of fixing stuff right on the spot. I'm not saying that if there's a problem you can shake your leg, but if you're in a consulting firm, you'll need to fix a problem ASAP as clients would not be happy to have sloppy services.

Ah, Axon's famous Job Camp @ Bootcamp. Be prepared to sign a bond contract.

Nopes. But that was I heard from my SAP friends.

It depends on what you want at the end of the day: money&money or money&learning&challenging experience?

What I'm saying is, if you're entering SAP purely for the money, then your path would be Functional: MM, SD and especially HR. But if you want a challenge and a good salary, go for the Technical modules: ABAP and Basis.

This post has been edited by mcbarney666: Oct 29 2008, 02:45 PM

C'mon now. It's not that bad, you know. It's just opportunities is going to be a lot harder now what with the global economy being in shambles. Just gotta be patient and pick the right company.

Wow, I've never heard of anyone without at least some basic certification in IT or some other field for that matter go straight into SAP. I think even a diploma cert won't get you in most places.

You'll be one helluva lucky fella if they let you in right after SPM.

You gotta move to get the bling. Of course, to move you gotta have the skills and hands-on before you even think of demanding more. That's how one goes about in SAP.

My humble 2 cents' worth opinion.

PS: Basis + HR knowledge = FTW.

Darn, you beat me to the punchline. ITIL is good especially in a support environment as it will help to guide people on the "proper" manner when dealing with issues.