Integration
Does next-gen SAP Ariba provide open APIs?
Short answer
Yes. Openness is a core principle of next-gen SAP Ariba. It provides APIs for integrating with ERP systems, third-party procurement tools and custom extensions, with documentation published on the SAP Business Accelerator Hub.
Common API use cases
- Pulling procurement data into a data warehouse or BI tool.
- Connecting supplier risk, tax or e-invoicing providers.
- Building custom extensions and agents on SAP BTP.
- Automating master data updates.
Good practice
- Use standard APIs and integration content before building custom ones.
- Govern API access through SAP Integration Suite or API management.
- Monitor usage and errors centrally.