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Two years ago, SAP introduced SAP Build, a unified low-code environment that allows developers of all levels of expertise to easily create, expand, and automate business applications through a simple drag-and-drop interface. Last year, the platform's capabilities were enhanced by integrating Java and JavaScript development with AI.

With over 16,000 customers worldwide now utilizing SAP Build, the momentum continues to grow, empowering developers to build, automate, and innovate more quickly and effortlessly.

Today, we are excited to announce new upgrades to SAP Build, which combine ABAP development capabilities with enhanced generative AI features and deeper integration with SAP S/4HANA and other business applications. This integration streamlines extension creation and speeds up ERP modernization efforts. By connecting all SAP development tools — ABAP, Java, JavaScript, and low-code — teams can collaborate seamlessly regardless of their skill level.

Let's explore the possibilities that developers can unlock with SAP Build.

What is SAP Build

SAP Build with ABAP provides developers with the tools to easily extend SAP S/4HANA and other business applications, leveraging Joule's generative AI capabilities. It fosters collaboration between developers and business users within the context of building custom business apps and processes efficiently, all while maintaining high standards of security and governance.*

– Brad Shimmin, Chief Analyst, AI Platforms, Omdia

Streamline SAP Application Development and Automation

SAP Build stands out as the only solution offering direct development access within SAP S/4HANA for simplified customizations. Developers can rapidly create scalable and secure SAP S/4HANA extensions — both on-stack, to extend applications within SAP S/4HANA, and side-by-side, to extend applications on SAP BTP — while adhering to SAP's clean core best practices.

Key features include:

- The new SAP Build extensibility wizard in SAP S/4HANA Cloud for extending custom fields, logic, applications, and process automations while preserving in-app business context.

- Speeding up the development of guided experiences with pre-built content to extend SAP business applications across various business processes such as spend management, HR, procurement, and more.

Create Extensions in SAP S/4HANA Cloud with SAP Build’s Extensibility Wizard

SAP Build’s extensibility wizard now enables users to create tailored extensions directly within SAP S/4HANA Cloud, streamlining the development process and enhancing adaptability to business needs.

Accelerate Development with AI-Enhanced Joule Capabilities

Imagine a development tool that empowers everyone, from novices to experts, to swiftly bring concepts to reality using generative AI. Joule serves as a co-pilot specifically for SAP development, trained uniquely on SAP’s data and processes, providing essential support for building robust, integrated solutions across the SAP ecosystem.

New generative AI capabilities include:

• Code explanation, code completion, business object generation, and unit test generation

• Documentation search and instant assistance from SAP Help and SAP Community within SAP Build

• Workflow automation and approval recommendations

• The ability to extend Joule, allowing developers to create, deploy, monitor, and manage custom AI skills with drag-and-drop simplicity

  

  Joule in SAP Build: Empowering Fusion Team Development

  SAP Build eliminates barriers within development teams, fostering seamless collaboration and enabling teams to work flexibly and scale projects efficiently. Key features include:

  • SAP Build Lobby: A unified entry point for all development tools, now with ABAP access, allowing teams to build any type of extension on SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP).

  • Integrated Navigation: Simplified transitions across ABAP, Java, JavaScript, and low-code tools, all within the business context, supporting efficient full-stack application development.

  • Centralized Management: Streamlined lifecycle management and governance for cohesive oversight of SAP projects.

  With these capabilities, SAP Build enhances teamwork and accelerates innovation across development teams.

  

You can create ABAP Cloud projects in SAP Build