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The C_ARSUM_2508 certification exam validates a consultant’s ability to implement and configure SAP Ariba Supplier Management solutions. It ensures that candidates can manage supplier lifecycle processes, performance management, risk assessment, and qualification workflows within the Ariba platform.
This certification confirms that the consultant has the core skills required to apply implementation concepts practically in projects, ensuring successful supplier collaboration and compliance management.
SAP Ariba Supplier Management Consultants
Implementation & Functional Consultants
Supplier Lifecycle and Performance Managers
Procurement Process Specialists
Supplier Lifecycle and Performance (SLP): Configuration, integration, and process flows
Supplier Registration & Qualification: Designing and managing onboarding workflows
Supplier Risk: Setting up and monitoring risk categories and integration with third-party data providers
Supplier Performance Management: Surveys, KPIs, and scorecards
Project Management in Ariba: Templates, tasks, and approvals
Integration with SAP ERP / S/4HANA: Data synchronization and supplier master management
Administration: Managing users, roles, and permissions
Best Practices: Governance, compliance, and adoption strategies
| Topic Area | Weighting | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Supplier Lifecycle and Performance (SLP) | 30% | End-to-end configuration and process enablement. |
| Supplier Risk Management | 20% | Risk categories, monitoring, and integrations. |
| Supplier Qualification & Registration | 20% | Designing onboarding and qualification processes. |
| Supplier Performance Management | 15% | Surveys, scoring models, and KPIs. |
| Project Management in Ariba | 10% | Templates, tasks, workflows, and approvals. |
| Administration & Integration | 5% | User management, permissions, ERP/SAP integration. |
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Code | C_ARSUM_2508 |
| Duration | 180 minutes |
| Questions | ~80 |
| Format | Multiple-choice & scenario-based |
| Passing Score | ~65% |
| Delivery | Online proctored via SAP Certification Hub |
| Languages | English |
Study SAP Ariba Supplier Lifecycle and Performance (SLP) guides thoroughly.
Practice supplier registration, qualification, and performance surveys.
Understand risk management setup and third-party integration.
Review SAP Learning Hub courses and SAP Help Portal documentation.
Use practice tests to identify knowledge gaps and improve exam readiness.
Recognition as a certified SAP Ariba Supplier Management Consultant.
Career growth in procurement and supplier collaboration projects.
Ability to lead supplier management implementations effectively.
Enhanced expertise in supplier risk and compliance management.