FAQs

CGR SAP Connector is a native SAP Add-on that enables seamless SAP integration with any system that supports JSON APIs. It exposes SAP functions, tables, and reports as secure, real-time APIs without middleware.

Example of integration scenario:

ABAP developer has created a new custom table, such as ZCUSTOMER_FEEDBACK. With CGR SAP Connector, this table is immediately exposed as a secure RESTful API, enabling an external application to instantly read records from it. To provide full data control, the developer can also create a new function module to update or delete records in this table, which is also instantly exposed as an API. An eCommerce platform, for example, could then use this API to directly manage data within the table with a simple HTTP call. Similarly, a developer can create a new ALV report that pulls a detailed list of materials with stock levels below a specific threshold. The connector instantly exposes the output of this report as a JSON response via a RESTful API, allowing any external system like a Power BI, a custom built web application, or a mobile app to consume the data. This seamless and instantaneous transition from ABAP generated data to a consumable API allows organizations to bypass traditional integration bottlenecks and gain the agility to react to business needs in real-time.

No. CGR SAP Connector enables point-to-point SAP integration without the need for middleware.

CGR SAP Connector simplifies SAP integration and delivers key benefits:

No-code integration with any JSON API-enabled application
Real-time access to SAP data from external tools
Automation of key business processes
No middleware required, reducing complexity and cost
Easy connection to modern BI platforms
Strong security via SAP-native controls
Fast setup with plug-and-play deployment
Predictable cost, flexible pricing model and quick ROI

Zero footprint on your standard processes. The connector lives entirely inside the isolated /CGR/ namespace. It does not use BADIs or User-Exits, ensuring your core remains completely clean.

Because it installs as a native ABAP add-on via standard tools like STMS or SAINT, you can go from installation to active JSON REST APIs in hours or weeks not months.

CGR SAP Connector transforms released ABAP Function Modules, BAPI’s, ALV reports, and SAP Queries into REST or OData APIs, enabling real-time data exchange with external systems. This unlocks ABAP’s potential without needing middleware or complex redevelopment.

CGR SAP Connector exposes SAP functionality through a REST API. External applications make HTTP requests to specific API endpoints, and the connector returns data in JSON format. It can also return table data in OData format for easier consumption by tools like SAP Analytics Cloud.

The engine is completely release-independent. It works seamlessly on legacy ECC and carries over directly to S/4HANA without requiring code rewrites or extra licenses.

All API calls remain within your SAP landscape or corporate firewall. It uses a whitelist-based authorization model to ensure only approved users can access SAP objects.

SAP determines licensing requirements for the underlying SAP user account based on how data is accessed and created in your SAP landscape:

• Exempt Usage: Only static reads (e.g., exporting data for non-real-time viewing) are exempt from SAP licensing.
• Licensable Usage: Any dynamic read (real-time queries for up-to-the-second data) or write-back operation (creating or modifying data) requires a licensable SAP user or document allocation.
• Digital Access (Document-Based) Rules: Under SAP’s Digital Access model, only the initial creation of a document by a third-party integration counts toward your SAP license volume—subsequent updates or deletions of that document are not counted.

Determining Your SAP Licensing Strategy: If you anticipate high volumes of automated transactions (such as e-commerce or IoT), you should evaluate whether SAP’s Digital Access model is more cost-effective than a traditional Named User SAP account.

Because SAP document pricing is customized and volume-tiered, you must work directly with your SAP Account Executive and SAP’s licensing specialists (GLAC) to establish your specific price schedule.

Important Disclaimer:

CGR SAP Connector itself does not impose these document or user fees. CGR Software is not responsible for how customers configure, connect to, or maintain access to their SAP systems from any external application, nor for any SAP licensing compliance costs incurred.

CGR SAP Connector is fully compatible with both SAP ECC and SAP S/4HANA, as well as other SAP on-premise systems. It is a native ABAP add-on, meaning it is installed directly into your SAP system, leveraging the existing functionality regardless of the version. This allows it to support your integration needs whether you are currently on SAP ECC or have migrated to S/4HANA

Traditional SAP integration is riddled with hidden costs. A single project can easily run into hundreds of thousands of dollars, driven by expensive hourly rates for expert consultants ($100-$250/hour) and the long project timelines (3-6 months) required to develop, test, and deploy integrations. Middleware platforms, while powerful, add another layer of complexity with their own licensing costs, which can range from thousands to tens of thousands of dollars annually.

CGR SAP Connector directly challenges this model. Our pricing is transparent and designed to be a fraction of the cost of traditional methods. This leads to a faster and more significant return on investment by:

Drastically Cutting Development Time: By making SAP objects instantly available, we reduce the development effort from months to weeks, allowing you to realize the benefits of integration much sooner.

Eliminating Middleware Costs: There is no need for a separate integration platform, its licenses, or the infrastructure required to run it.

Simplifying Maintenance: The clean, standardized API layer simplifies future changes and reduces the need for constant, costly maintenance by ABAP developers.

In essence, CGR SAP Connector is more than just a tool it’s a new approach to enterprise integration. It’s a testament to the belief that connecting systems shouldn’t be a project for a select few with deep, specialized knowledge and a massive budget. Instead, it should be an accessible, efficient, and cost-effective process that empowers businesses of all sizes to unlock the full potential of their SAP data. By stripping away the layers of complexity and cost associated with traditional methods, we are enabling our customers to innovate faster, increase operational efficiency, and accelerate their digital transformation journey with a solution that is simple, secure, and built for the modern enterprise.

One-Time Full License Purchase: A traditional, upfront capital expenditure for perpetual ownership.

Annual Subscription: A recurring operational expense that includes the license, support, and updates for a set period.

Hybrid Model: A flexible approach that combines the benefits of both one-time purchases and recurring subscriptions to meet diverse needs.

Traditionally, SAP integrations require middleware platforms like SAP PI/PO or third-party iPaaS tools. However, with CGR’s native SAP add-on, you can integrate SAP with external systems, such as BI tools, CRMs, or eCommerce platforms, using secure REST APIs, all without external middleware. This approach simplifies architecture, reduces cost, and accelerates your SAP integration projects.

After years of experiencing the complexities and costs of traditional SAP integration, we developed CGR SAP Connector to provide a better way. The market is full of powerful, but often overly complex and expensive, integration platforms. Commentators and industry analysts frequently cite SAP integration as a major headache for businesses, particularly for small to mid-sized enterprises (SMEs) that lack dedicated integration teams.

CGR SAP Connector is designed to solve this problem by eliminating the need for bulky middleware, custom-coded interfaces, and expensive consultants. It operates as a native ABAP Add-On, which means it installs directly into your SAP system (both ECC and S/4HANA). This “plug-and-play” design allows you to bypass the traditional integration challenges and connect your systems faster and more efficiently.

Upon installation, the connector immediately makes almost any SAP object available for external consumption via secure RESTful APIs, including:

Standard and custom tables

Views and CDS views

Reports and queries

Function modules and BAPIs

This approach dramatically simplifies the integration process, democratizing access to SAP data and functionality for any developer or business user, not just seasoned ABAP experts.

Yes. It enables real-time data exchange between SAP and external systems, including BI Platforms, CRMs, and eCommerce platforms.

Yes, CGR SAP Connector is designed to be fully compatible with both SAP ECC and SAP S/4HANA, as well as other SAP on-premise systems. It is a native SAP add-on, meaning it is installed directly into your SAP system, leveraging the existing functionality regardless of the version. This allows it to support your integration needs whether you are currently on SAP ECC or have migrated to S/4HANA.

CGR SAP Connector simplifies SAP integration projects by eliminating the need for complex, expensive, and difficult-to-maintain middleware. It is a native SAP add-on that operates directly within your SAP system, streamlining the process in several key ways:

No Middleware, No Hassle: By operating as a direct, point-to-point connector, it removes the need for additional middleware layers. This simplifies your IT architecture, reduces infrastructure and maintenance costs, and minimizes the reliance on specialized integration platforms.
Leverages Existing SAP Assets: The connector allows you to instantly expose existing function modules and BAPIs, custom tables, and ALV reports as secure, real-time APIs. This means you don’t have to rebuild business logic or write custom code for every integration, drastically reducing development effort and accelerating your time to market.
Reduces Technical Complexity: It provides a low-code approach to integration. Instead of extensive configuration or custom programming, you can configure the connector within the SAP environment. This empowers your internal teams and often eliminates the need for expensive external integration consultants.
Enhances Security: The connector operates within your SAP system and leverages its inherent security mechanisms, including a whitelist-based authorization model. This ensures that all data exchange remains secure within your corporate firewall and that your integrations adhere to your existing security and compliance standards.
Enables Real-Time Data Flow: By providing direct API access, the connector facilitates real-time, bi-directional data exchange between SAP and external applications. This is crucial for applications like eCommerce, cloud BI, and project management tools, where up-to-the-minute data is essential for informed decision-making and efficient operations.

CGR SAP Connector enables seamless SAP integration with virtually any application that utilizes JSON APIs and HTTP calls including but not limited to:

Business Intelligence (BI) platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, SAP Analytics Cloud)
eCommerce platforms (e.g., Shopify, Magento)
CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, Dynamics 365)
Mobile applications
Web portals
External logistics and supply chain systems
Automation tools
AI Agents