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This article describes the RPA SAP functionality to launch SAP.
For a full list of available functions, please read SAP functions.
Description
The SAP Launch SAP function allows you to launch SAP.
Setting it up
To use the SAP Launch SAP function, follow these instructions:
{{popups:rpas/add:action=sap-launch}}
Once on a process map:
- Navigate to the process where you would like to add the SAP Launch SAP function
- Click on the green button’s drop-down (right side of the green button labelled “Process”)
- On the menu that appears, click on the “+ Activity” item
- From here you can select the SAP Launch SAP option
- Click "Add" once you are done
Input parameters
| Parameter | Required | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Username | Yes | Text | - | The SAP username |
| System | Yes | Text | - | The SAP system ID |
| Client | Yes | Text | - | The SAP client number |
| Language | Yes | Select | English | The SAP logon language |
Output variables
This action does not produce output variables.
Errors
| Error | Description |
|---|---|
| SAP not installed | SAP GUI is not installed on the bot |
| Connection failed | Could not connect to the SAP system |
Tips
- Launches SAP GUI and logs in with the provided credentials
- The password is stored securely in the bot configuration