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Exam Information
Official specifications published by SAP
Exam Format
180 min
80
66%
Associate
Registration
Online Proctored or online proctoring
Validity
12 months
Successfully complete an assessment within 12 months; Extend certification for another 12 months with each successful assessment
C-HAMOD-2404 Exam Topics and Domains
C-HAMOD-2404 is organized into 7 weighted domains. Expect to work with SAP HANA Cloud, SAP Web IDE, SAP HANA Smart Data Integration, Expression Editor, and more.
1
Building Calculation Views
25.5%
Calculation View Types and Architecture
Calculation View TypesCreating and Managing Calculation Views
- Identify and select appropriate calculation view types for different scenarios
- Create and activate calculation views using SAP Web IDE
- Understand the architecture and runtime behavior of calculation views
Working with Calculation View Nodes
Projection NodesJoin NodesAggregation NodesRank NodesUnion Nodes
- Build complete data flows using all node types
- Select and configure appropriate nodes for modeling requirements
- Optimize node configuration for performance
2
Configuring Modeling Functions
15.5%
Input Parameters and Variables
Input ParametersVariables
- Implement input parameters with different types
- Configure variables for dynamic filtering
- Map parameters across data sources for optimization
- Understand runtime behavior of parameters and variables
Filters and Restricted Columns
Filter ExpressionsRestricted Columns
- Apply filters at optimal points in data flow
- Create restricted columns for business requirements
- Use parameters to enable dynamic filtering
Hierarchies
Level HierarchiesParent-Child Hierarchies
- Design and implement level hierarchies
- Create parent-child hierarchies for organizational structures
- Enable hierarchical navigation in reporting
Calculated Columns and Measures
Calculated ColumnsCalculated Measures
- Create calculated columns using SQL expressions
- Implement calculated measures with currency conversion
- Understand calculation timing and performance impact
3
Optimizing the Performance of Models
15.5%
Column Store Optimization
Column Store FeaturesIndex Management
- Understand column store architecture and benefits
- Optimize table design for analytical workloads
- Manage indexes effectively for performance vs memory
Partitioning Strategies
Partitioning TypesPartition Pruning
- Design partitioning strategies for large tables
- Optimize queries to leverage partition pruning
- Reduce memory consumption through partitioning
Query Optimization
Query Tuning TechniquesData Flow Optimization
- Apply query optimization techniques to calculation views
- Design data flows for minimal data transfer
- Use input parameters for performance gains
Performance Monitoring Tools
SQL Plan AnalyzerPerformance Monitoring Views
- Use SQL Plan Analyzer to identify performance issues
- Monitor model performance with system views
- Analyze and optimize slow queries
4
Managing and Administering Models
15.5%
Modeling Environment Setup
SAP Web IDE ConfigurationProject and Deployment Management
- Configure SAP Web IDE for data modeling
- Create and manage HANA database projects
- Deploy models to SAP HANA databases
Model Lifecycle Management
Activation and DeploymentModel Versioning and Change Management
- Activate and deploy calculation views successfully
- Manage model versions with version control
- Handle model changes and dependencies
Model Documentation and Metadata
Metadata ManagementModel Dependencies and Impact Analysis
- Document models with proper metadata
- Analyze model dependencies and impact
- Manage model relationships effectively
Model Testing and Validation
Data Preview and TestingError Handling and Debugging
- Test calculation views thoroughly before deployment
- Debug and resolve modeling errors
- Validate model results against requirements
5
Provisioning Data to SAP HANA
15.5%
Data Provisioning Fundamentals
Data Provisioning MethodsData Provisioning Architecture
- Understand different data provisioning approaches
- Configure Data Provisioning Agents
- Select appropriate provisioning methods for scenarios
Smart Data Access (SDA)
SDA Configuration and Virtual TablesSDA Capabilities and Limitations
- Configure Smart Data Access for remote sources
- Create and use virtual tables
- Understand SDA capabilities and limitations
Smart Data Integration (SDI)
SDI ReplicationSDI FlowgraphsSDI Architecture and Components
- Configure SDI replication tasks for real-time data
- Build flowgraphs for data transformation
- Understand SDI architecture and components
Other Data Provisioning Methods
SAP Landscape Transformation (SLT)File-based Data Loading
- Configure SLT for SAP source systems
- Load data from files into SAP HANA
- Select appropriate provisioning method for each scenario
6
Working with SQL and SQLScript in Models
8%
SQL in Calculation Views
SQL Expressions in Calculated ColumnsFilter Expressions with SQL
- Write SQL expressions for calculated columns
- Create complex filter expressions using SQL
- Use SQL functions effectively in modeling
SQLScript and Table Functions
Table FunctionsSQLScript Basics
- Create table functions for complex logic
- Use SQLScript for imperative processing
- Integrate table functions with calculation views
Advanced SQL Features
Window FunctionsSQL for Data Manipulation
- Apply window functions for analytical queries
- Use SQL for data manipulation in procedures
- Implement complex SQL logic in models
7
Securing Models
8%
Object-Level Security
Object PrivilegesRoles and User Management
- Configure object-level security with privileges
- Design role-based access control
- Manage users and roles effectively
Row-Level Security with Analytic Privileges
Analytic Privilege FundamentalsDynamic Analytic Privileges
- Implement row-level security with analytic privileges
- Create dynamic restrictions based on user context
- Assign analytic privileges to users and roles
Column-Level Security and Data Masking
Data MaskingColumn-Level Access Control
- Implement data masking for sensitive columns
- Design views with column-level security
- Use SQL MAP function for masking
Security Best Practices
Authentication and AuthorizationAudit Logging and Compliance
- Implement authentication and authorization best practices
- Configure audit logging for compliance
- Monitor and analyze security events
How do I earn this certification?
Passing C-HAMOD-2404 earns the SAP Certified Associate - Data Engineer - SAP HANA certification. It sits in the Data Engineering - SAP HANA track.
Next Level Options
- C_HANADEV_18 - SAP Certified Development Associate - SAP HANA 2.0 SPS06 Advance to development-focused HANA certification
- C_DBADM_2404 - SAP Certified Associate - Database Administrator - SAP HANAComplement data engineering with database administration skills
Alternative Paths
- C_BW4H_214 - SAP Certified Application Associate - SAP BW/4HANA Combine HANA data engineering with BW/4HANA data warehousing
- C_DBADM_2404 - SAP Certified Associate - Database Administrator - SAP HANAExpand into HANA database administration alongside data engineering
- C_CPI_2404 - SAP Certified Associate - Integration Developer Add integration skills for comprehensive data platform expertise
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2024-04
- Announcement date: 2024-04
Updates
- SAP HANA Cloud Current Exam focuses on SAP HANA Cloud alongside SAP HANA 2.0 • Release date: Ongoing
- SAP Web IDE for SAP HANA Current Primary development tool tested in exam for modeling environment setup • Release date: Ongoing
- SAP Smart Data Integration Current SDI replication and flowgraph capabilities are core exam topics • Release date: Ongoing
- SQLScript SAP HANA 2.0 / HANA Cloud SQLScript knowledge required for calculation view logic and table functions • Release date: Current
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Data Engineers and SAP HANA Consultants.
- Understanding of data modeling concepts
- Basic SQL knowledge
- Familiarity with SAP HANA or database technologies
- Completion of recommended learning journeys (HC300, HAHC55)