SAP Certification Process Explained
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What is SAP Certification?
SAP Certification validates your skills and expertise in working with SAP solutions and technology. Offered globally by SAP SE, these certifications demonstrate mastery in various SAP modules, products, and roles, supporting you in standing out in a competitive digital workforce.
- Recognized industry-wide and trusted by employers worldwide
- Offered at multiple levels – from beginners to experts
- Valid for 12 months with options for renewal
Why Should You Do SAP Certification?
Career Boost
Stand out to employers, qualify for more roles, and access higher-paying opportunities.
Skill Recognition
Certifications validate your SAP expertise and keep your technology skills current.
Global Mobility
Gain credentials recognized across industries and countries, enabling international opportunities.
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What are the types of SAP Certification?
Associate Certification – This is a beginner level certification. It measures the fundamental knowledge of subject of candidates.
Specialist Certification – This is an intermediate level certification. It is offered in addition to an Associate certification. This certification level focuses on a specific role or integration component.
Professional certification – This is an advanced certification for candidates which have proven project experience, business process knowledge, and a more detailed understanding of SAP solutions.
Associate
For beginners and those starting with SAP solutions. Tests foundational knowledge and essential skills.
Specialist
For professionals with associate level or equivalent experience, focused on specific roles or modules.
Professional
For experts with deep experience in SAP products, involves complex scenarios and best practices.
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SAP Certification Subjects & Modules
SAP certifications are spread across a wide range of products and business domains. Some of the most in-demand modules in 2025 include:
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You can check the full list of available certification here: List of Valid SAP certifications
Exam Formats and Duration
Costs, Registration & SAP Learning Hub
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SAP Certification Attempt Fee: $217–$560 per exam, varies by country & package |
Exam Packages: Options for 1, 2, or 6 exam attempts, valid for 12 months |
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SAP Learning Hub: Subscription-based online platform (details), access to courses, live sessions, practice, & 4 certification attempts/year included |
Registration: Register and book exams via SAP Certification Hub |
Steps to Certification:
- Choose your module and learning path
- Subscribe to SAP Learning Hub or purchase a package
- Study using Learning hub courses, live sessions.
- Register on Certification Hub, schedule & take the exam online
- Maintain certification annually
Tip: SAP Learning Hub Professional Edition offers unlimited courseware, live access, and four certification attempts per year – ideal for rapid upskilling!
What to buy
You need to create an account on training.sap.com and purchase either product CER001 or CER006.
CER001 gives 1 attempt for any particular exam.
CER006 provide 6 attempts for all exams.
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How to Prepare
Study Books
You need to study books referred by SAP for any particular Exam. You can check the official SAP learning journeys here: Browser SAP certifications
Final Step
Login to your account and book your exam here. Once you clear the exam, you will have your badge available over email.