The SAP HANA Security DB Handbook is designed to simplify Native SAP HANA Database Security —whether you're new to the topic or seeking to sharpen existing skills. It serves as both a learning tool and a practical reference guide for those involved in the implementation, configuration, and support of HANA DB security.

Focusing on real-world tasks performed by SAP Security Administrators, the book presents foundational concepts through clear explanations and hands-on, step-by-step instructions enhanced with detailed screenshots. It covers essential administrative topics such as user provisioning, object transport methods, error troubleshooting, integration with SAP GRC, data masking, and the creation and management of catalog and repository roles.

Rather than delving into advanced areas typically handled by infrastructure or basis teams—like certificate management or encryption—the book remains tightly aligned with the practical needs of day-to-day security administration. Special attention is given to interpreting and addressing security issues highlighted in SAP EarlyWatch and Security Optimization Service reports.
The book also features a dedicated section on Analytical Privileges, providing in-depth coverage of different view types and privilege models, along with guided steps to implement them effectively.

You Will Learn:

• To become well-versed in performing Native HANA DB Security tasks using SQL statements, HANA Studio, HANA Web IDE, and HANA Cockpit
• To create and implement Analytical Privileges, including creating tables and views
• How to create Repository roles using HANA Studio and HANA Web IDE
• How to integrate SAP HANA with SAP GRC and configure for Access Risk Analysis, Access Request Management, and Emergency Access Management
• Learn to set up and configure different ways to transport repository objects including roles

This Book is for:

• SAP HANA DB Security Administrators
• SAP Security Consultants
• SAP HANA DB Security solution architects

Subba Rao M. V. Parvathaneni is an IT professional with more than 27 years of experience specializing in SAP Application Security. His expertise lies in architecting and implementing SAP Application Security for various SAP solutions, including S/4HANA, Fiori, SAP GRC 12.0, SAP BTP, SAP IAG, SAC, Datasphere, Native HANA DB security, Upgrade, Automation, etc. Subba Rao is also an SAP Security content creator on YouTube and is the co-author of The SAP Fiori Handbook (Apress)

Manpreet S. Brara is a highly skilled Senior Solution Architect with over 19 years of experience in the field of SAP technologies. He specializes in areas such as SAP ECC, GRC, Fiori, BTP, IAG, IDM, HANA DB, and S/4HANA Security. Throughout his career, he has gained extensive global experience in designing and implementing comprehensive SAP security solutions, particularly focusing on ECC, S/4HANA, Fiori, HANA DB, and GRC, including Access Control and Process Control. Manpreet is also the co-author of The SAP Fiori Handbook (Apress).

Shamshad Ali Imran brings more than 18 years of experience as an SAP Basis, HANA, and Security Architect, with expertise spanning SAP BTP, SAP IAG, CPI, SAP IdM, GRC, BPC, BI, Fiori, and S/4HANA Security. Imran has played key roles as an SAP Basis and Security Architect, Team Lead, and Consultant for a range of national and multinational clients, supporting both implementation and ongoing operations.