Regression tests are a type of testing that should be done after a release upgrade has occurred. Regression tests are performed to ensure that the existing functionality of the system is not affected by the changes introduced by the new release. Regression tests help to identify any defects or errors that may have been introduced or uncovered by the release upgrade. Regression tests are part of the quality assurance process and are essential for ensuring the stability and reliability of the system. References = SAP S/4HANA Cloud, Public Edition - All Learning Journeys | SAP Learning -> Implementing SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition -> Unit 5: Quality Assurance -> Lesson: Performing Regression Tests

Based on the SAP Activate methodology, the Explore phase is where consultants configure business processes based on the information gathered in the Fit-to-Standard workshops. The Fit-to-Standard analysis is conducted in a series of workshops and allows for validation of predefined scenarios agreed upon and to make room for enhancements or additional configuration required. To prepare for this workshop, it is recommended that teams get familiar with the SAP Best Practices content, including the process flows, test scripts with sample data, and other documentation available in SAP Best Practices Explorer. Consultants should also use the Test system to demonstrate SAP Best Practice processes and enable business users to run the end-to-end processes and identify any gaps. The other two activities, conducting the Digital Discovery Assessment and defining the organizational structure and chart of accounts, are part of the Prepare phase, not the Explore phase. References = SAP Activate – Explore Phase: Use Fit-to-Standard to confirm business process fit and identify gaps in your SAP S/4HANA Cloud Implementation, SAP Explore Phase Activities: Define Target BP and Architecture, SAP Activate Elements and Phases, Explaining the Explore Phase

For implementing SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition for a customer, the following systems are commonly used:

Sandbox system: This system is used in the very early stages of the project for exploration and trying out different configurations without affecting the development or production environments. It's a safe space for experimentation.

Development system: This system is where the initial setup and customizations are made. Configuration changes, custom development, and extensions are carried out here before being moved to the test system for further testing.

Test system: After configurations and developments are done in the development system, they are transported to the test system. This environment is used for rigorous testing to ensure that everything works as expected and to identify any issues before moving to the production environment.

These systems play crucial roles in the implementation process, allowing for a structured and phased approach to setting up, customizing, testing, and finally deploying SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition.

 SAP SuccessFactors is SAP’s recommended Human Capital Management system (HCM) because it provides innovative and cloud-based solutions to address the critical workforce transformation needs of organizations. SAP SuccessFactors supports the next evolution of HCM, which is human experience management (HXM), by putting people at the center of everything and creating AI-powered experiences that drive real competitive advantage. SAP SuccessFactors also integrates with SAP S/4HANA Cloud and other SAP solutions to enable a seamless and connected business process across the enterprise. References = Human Capital Management (HCM) | Cloud HR Software Systems | SAP, What is SAP HR? | Introduction to SAP HCM, SAP Help Portal - SAP Online Help, SAP Help Portal

The SAP Activate methodology outlines the phases for implementing SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition. One crucial phase is the 'Explore' phase. During this phase, consultants work closely with the business to understand its processes and requirements through Fit-to-Standard workshops. These workshops are designed to identify the best fit of the standard SAP S/4HANA processes with the business's needs. It's a collaborative effort to explore the capabilities of SAP S/4HANA Cloud and configure the business processes accordingly. This phase is fundamental in ensuring that the solution is tailored to meet the specific needs of the business, setting the foundation for a successful implementation.

  Tools that enable non-developers to create low/no-code extensions are designed to be user-friendly, requiring minimal to no programming knowledge, allowing business users to tailor applications to their specific needs. Among these tools, SAP Fiori extensibility apps and SAP Build stand out:

SAP Fiori extensibility apps: These apps allow users to adapt the user interface and behavior of standard SAP Fiori apps without writing code. Users can personalize forms, fields, and workflows directly within the SAP Fiori environment, making it possible to adjust applications to meet specific business requirements.

SAP Build: SAP Build is a suite of tools designed to enable users to create and enhance applications, automate processes, and design business sites with low-code or no-code approaches. It provides a user-friendly interface where users can drag and drop components, set up workflows, and integrate data without needing deep technical expertise.

When you are recording actions for a custom process step in a test automate, you press the “Read” button on the recording panel in the following situations:

To capture a value in a text field that should be stored as a variable. This allows you to reuse the value in other steps or test cases, or to compare it with an expected value1.

To capture text in a message screen that can be used for data binding later. This allows you to extract data from the message screen and use it as an input for another step or test case2.

You do not press the “Read” button to capture an error message or a static label on the screen, as these are not values that need to be stored or used later. Instead, you can use the “Check” button to verify that the error message or the label is displayed as expected3. References = Using the Test Automation Tool for Automated Testing - SAP Learning, How to get started with the Test Automation Tool for SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition, SAP S/4HANA Cloud Test Automation Tool- FAQs Blog Series #1.