Create an SAP ECC connection

  • Release version: Australia
  • Updated March 12, 2026
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    • Establish a zero copy connection to an SAP ECC system in Zero Copy Connector Hub.

    Before you begin

    Role required: df_connection_admin

    Procedure

    1. Navigate to the available primary connectors in Zero Copy Connector Hub in one of the following ways:
      • Navigate to All > Workflow Data Fabric Hub > Available connectors > Primary connectors.
      • Navigate to Admin > Workflow Data Fabric Hub > Available connectors > Primary connectors.
    2. Find the SAP ECC connector and select Connect.
    3. On the form, fill in the fields.
      Table 1. New SAP ECC Connection form
      Field Description
      Name and description
      Connection label Unique name for this connection. This helps in identifying the connection within your system.
      Connection name System-generated name based on the Connection label. This field cannot be modified once the connection is established.
      Short description Description of the connection explaining what it is about.
      Connection attributes
      Instance URL URL of your local instance.
      Authentication methods
      ServiceNow username Username of the current user accessing your local instance.
      ServiceNow user password Password of the current user accessing your local instance.
    4. Select Connect.

    Result

    A test connection is made to the external data source, verifying that the connection details are correct and the data source is accessible.

    What to do next

    If the connection succeeds, configure data steward access on the Access Control tab. See .

    If the connection fails, verify the connection details with your data source administrator and try again.