SAP Fiori Launchpad is your central entry point to all SAP Fiori apps, delivering an intuitive, role-based user experience across devices. Whether you’re a business user or an administrator, understanding the Fiori Launchpad is essential for unlocking the full potential of SAP’s modern UI/UX design principles. In this tutorial, you’ll learn what SAP Fiori Launchpad is, how to navigate it, and how to configure tiles and groups for a more personalized workflow.
What Is SAP Fiori Launchpad?
SAP Fiori Launchpad is a role-based, personalized aggregation point for business applications. Instead of relying on traditional SAP GUI transactions, the Launchpad provides a modern, app-like interface—accessible via web browsers or mobile devices. Each user sees tiles relevant to their role, streamlining daily tasks and boosting productivity.
Key Benefits:
- Consistent UX across all SAP Fiori apps.
- Personalized Homepages tailored to user roles.
- Responsive Design that adapts to desktops, tablets, and smartphones.
Getting Started with Fiori Launchpad
- Log In: Access your organization’s SAP Fiori Launchpad URL. Enter the credentials provided by your system administrator.
- Home Page: After a successful login, you’ll see a homepage filled with tiles—each representing an application or analytic report.
- User Settings: Click your profile icon (usually at the top-right corner) to manage personal settings, theme preferences, and language options.
Tip: Bookmark the Launchpad URL for quick daily access.
Navigating the Launchpad
Launchpad Layout
- Header Bar: Contains navigation links, a search field, and user settings.
- Groups (or Spaces in newer versions): Logical groupings of apps, often tailored by role (e.g., Sales, Procurement, Finance).
- Tiles: Interactive squares or rectangles representing individual apps or KPIs.
Searching and Launching Apps
- Global Search: Enter keywords or transaction codes in the header search bar.
- App Finder: Click the hamburger menu (☰) or “App Finder” link to view all available apps and pin or unpin them to your homepage.
- Launching: Click a tile to open the respective SAP Fiori app in a new browser tab or within the Launchpad itself.
Configuring Tiles and Groups
Pinning and Unpinning Apps
- App Finder: In the App Finder, locate an application you frequently use.
- Add to Group: Select a group (e.g., “My Home” or “Sales Overview”) to pin the app’s tile to your homepage.
- Unpin: If you no longer need an app, click “Remove” or “Unpin” to declutter your Launchpad.
Customizing Groups (Spaces)
- Personalization Mode: If enabled, you can move tiles around by dragging and dropping them within a group.
- Creating New Groups: Depending on your authorization level, you can create custom groups (in classic Fiori) or spaces/pages (in newer versions) to better organize your apps.
Note: Roles and security profiles determine whether you can create or edit groups/spaces.
Best Practices for Fiori Launchpad Administration
- Assign Proper Roles: Ensure users only see apps relevant to their job functions—this prevents clutter and enhances security.
- Use Theming and Branding: Leverage SAP’s Theme Designer to match your corporate color scheme, creating a cohesive look and feel.
- Regular App Reviews: Periodically review which apps are being used and retire any outdated or underutilized tiles to keep the Launchpad clean.
Conclusion
SAP Fiori Launchpad revolutionizes how users interact with SAP by providing a personalized, role-based interface that’s both intuitive and efficient. By learning to navigate, organize, and customize tiles, you empower yourself and your team to streamline daily tasks and make the most of SAP’s modern UI/UX framework. Whether you’re accessing financial reports, sales analytics, or operational dashboards, the Launchpad becomes your central hub for a smooth, user-friendly SAP experience.
Next Steps:
- Explore more Fiori apps that align with your business processes.
- Dive into Fiori design guidelines to refine theming and branding.
- Enhance user productivity by continuously optimizing the tiles and groups available on your Launchpad.