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Exam Information
Official specifications published by SAP
Exam Format
180 min
80
56%
Associate
Registration
$1308 USD
SAP Learning Hub or online proctoring
English
Validity
12 months
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C-HCMP-2311 Exam Topics and Domains
C-HCMP-2311 is organized into 8 weighted domains. Expect to work with SAP HCM Payroll, SAP HCM Time Management, SAP HCM Personnel Administration, SAP Controlling, and more.
1
Payroll Basics
15%
Payroll Control Records
Functions of Payroll Control RecordsCreating and Managing Payroll Control Records
- Understand the purpose and functions of payroll control records
- Identify prerequisites for creating payroll control records
- Explain how payroll control records manage master data integrity
Payroll Schema Fundamentals
Schema Structure and ProcessingPayroll Tables
- Understand payroll schema structure and processing flow
- Differentiate between temporary and persistent payroll tables
- Identify the role of functions and operations in schemas
Required Infotypes for Payroll
Mandatory Infotypes
- Identify the minimum set of infotypes required to run payroll
- Understand the purpose of each mandatory infotype
- Recognize dependencies between infotypes
2
Personnel Calculation Rules (PCR)
15%
PCR Structure and Operations
PCR Functions and OperationsPCR Best Practices
- Understand PCR structure and processing logic
- Apply best practices for PCR modification
- Use appropriate transaction codes for PCR management
Schema Function Operations
Payroll Schema Operations
- Explain how payroll schemas call and execute PCRs
- Understand the role of key functions in payroll processing
- Identify operation sequences in wage type calculations
3
Wage Type and Absence Valuations
15%
Wage Type Valuation Methods
Valuation BasisValuation Methods
- Understand different wage type valuation methods
- Configure wage type characteristics for valuation
- Identify appropriate tables for each valuation method
Time Wage Type Selection and Valuation
Time Wage Type Selection Rules
- Understand time wage type selection rules and table T510S
- Identify PCRs used in time wage type valuation
- Explain the principle of averages in wage type valuation
Absence Valuation
Absence Valuation ConfigurationAbsence Day Rules
- Configure absence valuation rules and counting classes
- Understand calculation basis for absence processing
- Apply day rules with appropriate conditions
4
Basic Payroll Elements
10%
Integration with Organizational Management
System Switches for Integration
- Understand system switches for OM-PA integration
- Identify the correct switch for organizational integration scenarios
Master Data Requirements
Master Data Configuration
- Understand master data requirements for payroll processing
- Configure essential master data elements for payroll
5
Time Wage Type Selection
10%
Time Evaluation Integration
Time Data Interface with Payroll
- Understand how time evaluation generates wage types for payroll
- Explain the integration between time management and payroll
6
Payroll Factoring
10%
Partial Period Processing
Payroll Factoring Concepts
- Understand payroll factoring for partial periods
- Explain the role of function PARTT in factoring
- Identify wage type /810 usage in factoring scenarios
7
Average Processing
10%
Average Calculation Methods
Average Valuation Processing
- Understand average processing in payroll
- Identify PCRs used for average calculations
- Explain the AMT/NUM average calculation method
8
Payroll Processes
10%
Running Payroll
Payroll Execution and SimulationRetroactive Accounting
- Understand the payroll execution process
- Explain retroactive accounting functionality
- Identify master data lock mechanisms during payroll
Cumulation and Cost Accounting
Cumulation Wage Types
- Understand cumulation wage types and their purpose
- Identify cost accounting wage types
- Explain the integration between payroll and controlling
Payroll Security and Authorization
Payroll-Specific Roles and Authorization Objects
- Understand payroll security concepts
- Identify payroll-specific authorization objects and roles
- Configure appropriate access controls for payroll data
How do I earn this certification?
Passing C-HCMP-2311 earns the SAP Certified Associate - SAP HCM Payroll for SAP S/4HANA certification. It sits in the SAP HCM (Human Capital Management) for S/4HANA track.
Current Level Exams
C_THR12_2311 - SAP HCM for SAP S/4HANA
Next Level Options
- Specialist Level Exams - SAP HCM Specialist Certifications Advanced certifications in specific HCM areas
- Professional Level Exams - SAP HCM Professional Certifications Expert-level certifications for senior consultants and architects
Alternative Paths
- C_THR12_2311 - SAP HCM for SAP S/4HANA Broader HCM coverage including organizational management, personnel administration, and time management
- SuccessFactors Certifications - SAP SuccessFactors HCM Certifications Cloud-based HCM solution complementing on-premise S/4HANA skills
- SAP S/4HANA Core Certifications - Various S/4HANA functional certifications Cross-functional S/4HANA expertise for broader implementation roles
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2024-07-15
Updates
- SAP S/4HANA HCM Current All exam content focused on S/4HANA platform, not legacy ECC • Release date: Ongoing
- SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll Cloud Complementary cloud solution - not directly covered but related certification path • Release date: Ongoing
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Entry-level SAP consultants and Business consultants with SAP S/4HANA background.
- Background in SAP S/4HANA
- Business consulting experience
- Completion of recommended SAP training courses
- Hands-on experience with SAP HCM Payroll