C_SAC_2421

The SAP C_SAC_2421 exam, "SAP Certified Application Associate - SAP Analytics Cloud," focuses on demonstrating competency in using SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC). The main points covered include:

I. Planning:

• Data Acquisition and Modeling: Connecting to various data sources (databases, spreadsheets, files), importing data, creating models, working with dimensions and measures, understanding data blending and transformations. This includes working with different data types and handling data issues.
• Planning Processes: Creating and managing planning models, input forms, and planning sequences. Understanding different planning functionalities like version management, allocations, and distributions. Knowing how to interact with planning data and work with different planning scenarios.

II. Analytics:

• Data Visualization and Reporting: Creating various types of visualizations (charts, tables, maps) and reports in SAC. Understanding different chart types and best practices for effective data visualization. This includes creating interactive dashboards and storytelling with data.
• Analytical Features: Using analytical features within SAC, such as calculations, filters, drill-downs, and aggregations to analyze data effectively. Knowing how to create and use calculated measures.
• Data Exploration and Discovery: Using SAC's capabilities for ad-hoc analysis and data exploration. This includes using tools for trend identification and pattern discovery.

III. Administration (Limited):

• User Management & Security (Basic): While not deeply technical, understanding basic user management, authorizations, and security concepts within SAC is expected. This is less about detailed administration and more about user roles and permissions within a planning context.

IV. General SAC Knowledge:

• SAC Architecture and Functionality: A general understanding of the overall architecture and capabilities of SAP Analytics Cloud.
• Best Practices: Knowing best practices for creating efficient and effective models and visualizations.

In short: The exam tests your ability to build planning models, perform data analysis using various visualization techniques, and create reports and dashboards within the SAP Analytics Cloud environment. While some administrative understanding is needed, the focus is overwhelmingly on the analytical and planning aspects of the tool. Candidates should be comfortable with both the conceptual understanding and the practical application of these features.