Summary
Airbyte is one of the most popular integration solutions. However it is lacking access to enterprise data sources from SAP. We show how with our ERPL Airbyte connector one can bridge this gap.
We load a SAP tabel into Google Sheets. This demonstrates the power of this approach by connecting two really separate systems with each other.
Introduction
Airbyte is an open-source data integration platform that allows users to move data between various sources and destinations. However, it lacks the ability to connect to SAP ERP systems, which are the backbone of many enterprise operations. In this tutorial, we will demonstrate how to use the ERPL Airbyte connector to read data from an SAP ERP table and load it into Google Sheets. This will allow you to bridge the gap between these two systems and leverage the power of Airbyte to move data between them.
We have prototyped a Airbyte connector for SAP ERP systems. This connector is based on the ERPL extension, which uses DuckDB as it’s foundation and provides a Python interface to SAP ERP systems. The connector allows you to read data from SAP ERP tables and load it into Airbyte for further processing. In this tutorial, we will show you how to use the ERPL Airbyte connector to read data from an SAP ERP table and load it into Google Sheets.
Understanding the Essentials
SAP: The cornerstone of many enterprise operations, SAP (Systems, Applications, and Products) is a business software suite managing everything from financials to supply chains.
Airbyte: A popular open-source data integration platform, Airbyte connects to various data sources and destinations, allowing users to move data between them.
Google Sheets: A cloud-based spreadsheet application, Google Sheets is part of Google Workspace and allows users to create, edit, and share spreadsheets online. Think of it like Excel in the cloud.
See it in Action
To get a first impression of how easy it is to use the ERPL Airbyte connectors, we will show you how to read data from a SAP ERP table into Google Sheets. For this we use the Airbyte Google Sheets Destination and the ERPL Airbyte SAP Read Table Source.
The following short video gives you an overview of the configuration steps: 
As a result of our efforts you get the data of the SAP ERP table /DMO/FLIGHT in Google Sheets: 
Some potential Use-Cases
We think that there are a multitude of use-cases where this approach can be beneficial. Here are some examples:
Financial Reporting
Effortlessly extract financial data from SAP ERP systems for reporting and analysis in Google Sheets. Enable comprehensive financial analysis, KPI tracking, and insightful reporting.
Supply Chain Optimization
Streamline supply chain operations by integrating SAP ERP data into Google Sheets. Perform advanced analytics, identify bottlenecks, forecast demand, and optimize inventory management.
Sales Forecasting
Access sales data from SAP ERP for in-depth analysis and accurate revenue forecasting in Google Sheets. Track sales targets, identify opportunities, and drive sales strategies.
HR Analytics
Optimize workforce management by extracting HR data from SAP ERP into Google Sheets. Perform HR analytics, track metrics, identify trends, and enhance talent management.
Compliance Monitoring
Ensure compliance by extracting regulatory data from SAP ERP into Google Sheets. Conduct regulatory analytics, track compliance metrics, and mitigate risks effectively.
Setup Process & Source Code of the Connector
The setup process is in detail described in the ERPL Airbyte connector repository. The connector is based on the ERPL extension, which uses DuckDB as it’s foundation and provides a Python interface to SAP ERP systems. The connector allows you to read data from SAP ERP tables and load it into Airbyte for further processing.
The steps to set up the ERPL Airbyte connector are as follows:
Conclusion
Connecting Airbyte with SAP ERP systems can unlock a wealth of possibilities for data integration and analysis. By using the ERPL Airbyte connector, you can seamlessly move data between SAP ERP tables and the dozens of Airbyte destinations.
To learn more about other connectivity options ERPL provides go to our start here page. In case you have any questions or need help with your data integration project, feel free to contact us.