# How to connect Digibee to SAP

## **What is SAP?**

SAP is a software platform used for business and ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) solutions. It helps manage business processes, such as inventory management, payroll processing, purchase orders, and invoicing. To learn more about SAP solutions, visit the [SAP website](https://www.sap.com/about/what-is-sap.html#overview).

## **Connecting SAP to Digibee**

The connection between the SAP system and the Digibee Integration Platform is typically established via a Virtual Private Network (VPN). This connection enables communication between Digibee and the network where the SAP service resides.

Once the VPN is configured, you'll need to map the SAP server so that it is accessible by the pipeline using the established VPN.

### **Step 1: SAP server mapping**

To map the SAP server, follow these steps:

1. Contact [Digibee Support](https://docs.digibee.com/documentation/troubleshooting/help-and-faq/support) for assistance.
2. Provide the following information:

   * **IP address** of the SAP server
   * **TCP port** of the SAP service
   * **Hostname** of the SAP installation

   Example:

   * **IP:** 10.1.10.111
   * **Port:** 3300
   * **Hostname:** sydshel.est.sabali.com
3. The Digibee Support team will confirm when the connection is successfully established.

Below is a diagram illustrating the connection process:

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​**Step 2: Connection test**

To test the connection, follow these steps:

1. In your pipeline, add the [**SAP RFC - Connectivity Test**](https://app.gitbook.com/s/jvO5S91EQURCEhbZOuuZ/development-cycle/build-overview/capsulas/public-capsules/sap-collection#sap-rfc-connectivity-test) capsule to the flow.
2. Enter the **Hostname** of the SAP server.
3. Fill in the remaining fields with your SAP server details, as shown below:

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4. Execute the test in your pipeline to confirm the connection.