
SAP ABAP Senior Technical Lead
About the role
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced SAP ABAP Consultant (4–6 years) with strong hands-on expertise in S/4HANA migration projects. The ideal candidate must have extensive experience in SPDD/SPAU activities, ABAP code remediation, and should have worked on all RICEF objects (Reports, Interfaces, Conversions, Enhancements, Forms) in a migration environment.
- S/4HANA Migration & Conversion
- Participate in end-to-end SAP ECC to S/4HANA migration/conversion projects.
- Perform technical impact analysis based on S/4HANA simplification items.
- Execute custom code remediation using ATC, SCI, and Simplification Database.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams during SUM execution and upgrade phases.
- Support data consistency checks, pre-checks, and post-migration validations.
- SPDD / SPAU Activities
- Perform SPDD adjustments during the upgrade phase:
o - Data Dictionary object modifications (tables, structures, indexes, domains).
- Handle SPAU activities post-upgrade:
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Adjustment of modified SAP standard objects.
o - Compare versions and decide on retain/reset strategies.
- Maintain proper documentation of all adjustments and ensure transport consistency.
- Code Remediation & Optimization
- Analyze and resolve S/4HANA adaptation issues identified via:
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ATC checks (S/4 readiness)
o - Code Inspector
- Replace obsolete/unsupported syntax and optimize legacy code.
Implement HANA-optimized ABAP:
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Open SQL improvements:
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- Use of CDS views / performance tuning techniques
- Ensure compliance with S/4HANA best practices.
- Development & Support
- Design, develop, test, and deploy technical objects aligned with business requirements.
- Must have very strong in all RICEF developments.
- Perform unit testing, SIT, UAT support, and defect fixes.
- Support cutover, go-live, and post-go-live stabilization activities.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and mentor technical teams in the development and implementation of sap abap solutions
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Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications
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Design, develop, and test sap abap programs to support business processes
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Provide technical expertise and guidance on system enhancements, upgrades, and integrations
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Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, ensuring systems are efficient and stable
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Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to continuously improve technical solutions
Skill Requirements
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Strong knowledge of sap abap programming basics including:
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Abap data dictionary
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Report programming
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Module pool programming
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Function module programming
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Enhancement framework
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Proficiency in sap ui5/fiori, webdynpro abap, and sap workflow
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Experience in sap technologies such as sap s/4hana, sap netweaver, and sap cloud platform
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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Excellent communication and leadership abilities
Other Requirements
1.SAP Certified Development Associate ABAP with SAP Net Weaver (If any)
Benefits and perks
•Learning Budget
Required skills
SAP ABAP
S/4HANA
SPDD
SPAU
RICEF
ATC
SCI
CDS
About HCL Technologies
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