Low‑Code & Clean Core with SAP Build on SAP BTP

Develop worry‑free extensions that stay clean and upgrade‑safe.

The strategy of Clean Core in the SAP landscape is gaining momentum. It aims to keep S/4HANA as close as possible to its standard, vendor‑provided state by moving all custom code to side‑by‑side or on‑BTP solutions. This ensures a cleaner system architecture, hassle‑free upgrades, and minimal technical debt.

Why Clean Core and Low‑Code Are a Perfect Pair

Maintainability & Upgrade Simplicity
With minimal code in the core, upgrade cycles become smooth and error‑free—no more SPAU/SPDD rework.
Rapid Innovation through Low‑Code
SAP Build, bundled with S/4HANA Cloud, accelerates development by up to 3× using low‑code, pro‑code, and generative AI.
AI‑Powered Developer Assistance with Joule
Joule offers a generative‑AI co‑pilot that helps build UIs, code, tests, and workflows—using natural language prompts.

Benefits & Real‑World Examples

Aspect	Benefit	Example
Clean Core	Easier upgrades, lower TCO	Extensions run on BTP instead of S/4’s core
Low-/Pro-Code	3× faster dev, included in cloud package	SAP Build integrated in S/4HANA Cloud BOM
Joule AI Tools	Generate models, UI, code, tests	Joule Studio supports AI agents and code-gen

Real‑World Use Cases:

Data-entry forms for material master data using SAP Build Apps & CAP
Automated procurement process flows via SAP Build Process Automation
AI agents in Joule Studio for ticket routing or supplier checks

Conclusion

By combining Clean Core architecture, SAP Build’s low/pro‑code platform, and embedded AI (Joule), companies can develop extensions rapidly—without compromising the SAP core. This ensures future updates stay easy, systems remain clean, and innovation moves forward.

Clean Core + SAP BTP + AI ≠ just modernization—it’s a strategic advantage.
With SAP Build now embedded in S/4HANA Cloud and Joule ready to assist, businesses can innovate confidently, maintain agility, and ensure long-term system health.

JAN OSTERMANN
Head of Technology & AI