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The C_THR85_2505 certification validates your ability to configure and implement SAP SuccessFactors Succession Management, helping organizations build strong leadership pipelines and ensure workforce readiness. The exam tests your knowledge of succession planning strategies, configuring succession data models, creating talent pools, managing nominations, and leveraging reporting tools like the Succession Org Chart and Matrix Grid Reports. Certified consultants play a critical role in aligning succession planning with business strategy to minimize leadership gaps.
SAP SuccessFactors Consultants
HR & Talent Management Specialists
HRIS Analysts
Implementation Partners
Succession Data Model: Configuring position and role-based planning.
Talent Search & Nominations: Managing candidate nominations (manual, dynamic, position-based).
Talent Pools: Creating and maintaining critical role pipelines.
Succession Org Chart: Visualizing successors and readiness.
Matrix Grid Reports: Configuring Performance-Potential and How vs. What grids.
Role-Based Permissions (RBP) for succession data security.
Integration with Career Development Planning (CDP) & Performance.
Calibration & Talent Reviews.
| Topic Area | Weighting | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Succession Data Model & Position Management | 20% | Configuring succession structures and roles. |
| Talent Search, Nominations & Talent Pools | 25% | Managing successors and pipelines. |
| Succession Org Chart & Matrix Grids | 20% | Visualization and analytics for succession. |
| Role-Based Permissions & Security | 15% | Controlling access to succession data. |
| CDP, Performance & Calibration | 20% | Integrations with development and reviews. |
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Code | C_THR85_2505 |
| Duration | 180 minutes |
| Number of Questions | ~80 |
| Question Format | Multiple-choice, scenario-based |
| Passing Score | 66% |
| Delivery Method | SAP Certification Hub (online, proctored) |
| Languages | English |
Study the SAP Learning Journey for Succession Management.
Practice configuring Talent Pools, Succession Org Charts, and Matrix Grids.
Get hands-on with nominations, permissions, and role-based access.
Understand integration with Performance and CDP.
Use practice tests and SAP sample questions for exam readiness.
Recognition as a certified Succession Management Consultant.
Expertise in building succession strategies to mitigate talent risk.
Career opportunities in HR consulting, leadership development, and workforce planning.