SAP Process Integration / Process Orchestration (SAP PI/PO)
Connect your systems, automate your workflows, and make SAP the central hub of a fully integrated enterprise
SAP Process Integration and Process Orchestration (SAP PI/PO) are the foundation of seamless on-premise integration within the SAP ecosystem. They enable different systems – SAP and non-SAP alike – to communicate smoothly, securely, and efficiently.
With SAP PI/PO, you can connect multiple systems, automate critical business processes, and eliminate manual data exchange. It's the engine that ensures your IT landscape works together as one, giving you reliable data flow, faster decision-making, and complete control over integrations.
What is SAP PI/PO, and how does it work
SAP Process Integration / Process Orchestration (PI/PO) is an on-premise middleware solution designed to help systems "talk" to each other – regardless of the vendor or data format. Acting as a central integration hub, it transfers and transforms data between applications using standardized protocols such as IDoc, XML, SOAP, REST, or JSON.
In practice, SAP PI/PO ensures that information flows automatically and accurately between your ERP, CRM, HR, and external partner systems. Whether you need to synchronize orders, invoices, or production data, it ensures everything flows without human intervention.
Key capabilities of SAP PI/PO
SAP PI/PO offers a rich set of tools and features that make it one of the most reliable integration platforms available for SAP environments:
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Connect SAP and non-SAP systems – link your SAP ECC or S/4HANA system with any third-party ERP, CRM, or legacy application.
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Automate business processes across systems – remove manual data entry and eventually reduce the risk of human error.
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Handle multiple data formats – support for IDoc, XML, SOAP, REST, and other communication protocols ensures flexibility.
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Centrally monitor and manage integrations – control and troubleshoot all interfaces from a single, easy-to-use dashboard.
When and why you need SAP PI/PO
SAP PI/PO becomes essential when your organization depends on multiple systems that must work together seamlessly.
You might need it when you want to:
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Integrate SAP ECC or S/4HANA on-premise with third-party or legacy applications.
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Replace manual data exchanges with automated workflows.
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Improve data consistency across systems and departments.
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Ensure high performance and security in large-scale integrations.
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Prepare for future hybrid or cloud integrations by building a strong on-premise foundation.
By centralizing and automating your integrations, SAP PI/PO helps reduce operational effort, improve process reliability, and enable real-time visibility into your business processes.
Main benefits of SAP Process Integration / Orchestration
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Seamless connectivity – unify your SAP and non-SAP systems, regardless of vendor or technology.
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Central hub for integration management – automate and manage critical integrations, automate processes and data exchanges between systems – all from a single system.
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Security and control – manage all integrations centrally with full monitoring and error-handling tools.
SAP PI/PO doesn't just keep your systems connected – it ensures your business processes stay fast, accurate, and always in sync.
Why choose ACBaltica for SAP PI/PO
Proven integration expertise
ACBaltica has extensive experience delivering SAP PI/PO and SAP Process Orchestration projects across industries (like manufacturing, logistics, retail, finance, and more). We know how to build integrations that work – reliably and efficiently.
End-to-end knowledge of SAP products
Our experts combine integration skills with an in-depth understanding of SAP ABAP, S/4HANA, Fiori, and cloud technologies – ensuring that every process aligns perfectly with your overall SAP strategy.
Focus on reliability and security
We build integrations following SAP's best practices for encryption, message routing, and error handling – guaranteeing performance, security, and compliance over time and through changes.
Ongoing support and optimization
Beyond integration and development services, we provide continuous monitoring, support, and performance optimization to ensure your system keeps pace with business and technology changes.
Collaborative partnership
We work closely with your IT teams and business stakeholders to design solutions that deliver measurable results and long-term value.
Frequently asked questions about SAP PI/PO (Process Integration / Orchestration)
If your company uses multiple systems that rely on shared data (like SAP ERP, CRM, and third-party applications) and these systems currently require manual data uploads or custom scripts, you likely need a structured integration layer. If these systems are deployed on-premise, you need SAP PI/PO.
Setting up a new integration involves several steps: defining the communication structure, selecting adapters (e.g., SOAP, IDoc, or REST), mapping data fields, creating message flows, and testing the end-to-end process. ACBaltica follows SAP best practices to ensure every interface is secure, efficient, and easy to monitor.
SAP PI/PO includes built-in tools such as the Runtime Workbench, Message Monitoring, and Component Monitoring. These allow administrators to track message status, view performance metrics, and identify failed or delayed transactions. ACBaltica helps clients set up proactive monitoring dashboards and alerting to resolve integration issues before they impact operations.
SAP PI/PO is stable and reliable – however, regular maintenance is essential. To maintain compatibility, performance, and security, it's recommended to update according to SAP's release schedule.