What I like best about SAP Business Network is that it creates a single digital platform where buyers, suppliers, logistics providers, and asset operators can collaborate in real time instead of relying on emails, spreadsheets, and manual follow-ups.

Some standout benefits are:

End-to-end visibility: Purchasing teams can track purchase orders, confirmations, shipping, invoices, and payments in one place.

Supplier collaboration: Suppliers can receive orders, submit confirmations, update delivery dates, and send invoices directly through the network.

Faster procurement processes: Automation reduces manual data entry and helps minimize errors in ordering and invoicing.

Improved compliance: Standardized workflows help organizations enforce procurement policies and maintain audit trails.

Global supplier ecosystem: Companies can connect with a large network of suppliers without building individual integrations for each one.

Real-time issue resolution: Buyers and suppliers can quickly identify delays, shortages, or invoice discrepancies before they become critical problems.

From an operational perspective, the biggest advantage is often transparency across the supply chain. Instead of asking, "Has the supplier received the order?" or "Why hasn't the invoice been paid?", stakeholders can see the current status directly in the network, reducing back-and-forth communication. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

SAP Business Network offers strong supply chain visibility and collaboration, but its biggest drawbacks are the complexity of implementation, supplier onboarding challenges, and overall cost. Some users also find the interface difficult to navigate, while integrating with non-SAP systems can require significant effort and support. Overall, the platform provides substantial value once established, but organizations may face a steep learning curve and resource investment to realize its benefits. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What I like most about SAP Business Network is how it brings buyers, suppliers, and business partners together on a single platform, making transactions more efficient and transparent. It simplifies procurement, strengthens collaboration, and offers real-time visibility into orders, invoices, payments, delivery status, and other key updates. By reducing manual effort, minimizing errors, and streamlining communication between organizations, the platform helps teams stay aligned and keep processes moving smoothly. I also appreciate the way it supports automation and improves overall supply chain visibility, which enables faster, better-informed decisions. Its integration with SAP ERP systems makes it easier to exchange business documents and maintain consistency across workflows. Overall, SAP Business Network helps organizations build stronger supplier relationships, improve operational efficiency, and create a more connected and reliable business ecosystem. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

One thing I dislike about SAP Business Network is that the platform can feel complex to navigate, especially for new users. Some processes involve multiple steps, and troubleshooting transaction errors or integration issues can be time-consuming. There are also occasional delays in document processing and status updates, which can affect communication between buyers and suppliers. On top of that, it takes time to understand the different configurations, business rules, and document requirements.

The user interface could be more intuitive overall, with simpler navigation and clearer error messages so users can identify and resolve issues faster. Improving usability, system responsiveness, and troubleshooting support would make the platform more efficient and user-friendly. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What I like most about the SAP Business Network is how it connects buyers, suppliers, and business partners on a single digital platform. It ultimately improves collaboration, increases supply chain visibility, and simplifies day-to-day business processes. It enables me to share information in real time scenario and also helps to reduce manual work, minimise errors, save time and support better in taking decision. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Despite having many useful features, the platform can sometimes feel complicated and not very intuitive, especially for new users. In many cases, users may need additional training to fully understand how to use the platform effectively. Connecting SAP business network with non-SAP systems also tends to require a technical expert. Error notifications are usually unclear, which makes it difficult to identify the root cause and resolve problems quickly. The platform’s performance can also be affected by connectivity errors at times. In addition, the cost of using the platform can be a challenge for small businesses. Finally, there seems to be limited use of AI intelligence to improve user efficiency compared to other platforms. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like that SAP Business Network cuts down on emails and phone calls, and keeps everything about an order visible in one place. I use it to manage procurement and collaborate with suppliers, sending purchase orders, receiving order confirmations, tracking shipments, and handling invoices in one place instead of juggling emails and spreadsheets. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I find the setup difficult and need guidance. Setup and integration take time and often need technical help. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

A great tool for seamless integration with S/4HANA. It makes it easy to track the end-to-end process, with customization taken to the max. From purchase through to payment, everything feels simpler than ever. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Since I come from a non-IT background, it took me some time to understand the overall system. A few features are quite complex and not easy to grasp at first. Also, the cost is a bit higher compared with other supply chain–based business networks. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The major benefit would be having a single channel where all supplier transactions occur. Previously, our transaction documents were sent through emails, which sometimes resulted in missing documents and versioning issues. Currently, all transactions can be accessed in one location.

The real-time tracking of the order will eliminate the need to ask about the status of orders. Once a supplier confirms that he received the purchase order or sent out an invoice, the transaction is updated in real time.

Through electronic invoicing, payments are now faster since the system automatically validates the document before submission. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Getting suppliers to use our platform is not easy. Some of the small suppliers we have found it difficult to use the platform initially and were reluctant to join.

The design of the platform looks old-fashioned. For regular users of the platform, there is no problem, but for those who are new to it, it is challenging to navigate.

The process of integrating with our ERP system is not easy. It needs technical know-how. When an error occurs in the integration process, it becomes difficult to interpret the message.

The pricing of the platform is high. For small suppliers, the price is not worth the value they derive from it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

This was my first time using SAP, and initially I had zero knowledge of the system. However, after learning and understanding how it works, I found SAP to be very convenient and efficient.

For example, when searching for specific GL accounts, I can easily filter by the required month. In addition, instead of manually uploading journal vouchers, we use macro files that are linked directly to SAP. This has improved efficiency by approximately 90% in completing my daily tasks Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

If I need to pull reports from the past five years, it does take some time, and occasionally my laptop may freeze. However, I understand that this is due to the large volume of data being processed. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

SAP Business Network has clear strengths in how it brings buyers and suppliers together within the same system, making cooperation and collaboration easier. Features such as automated transaction processing, real-time document transfer, and end-to-end order traceability can help reduce manual work and minimize errors. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The issue with SAP Business Network is that the first time configuration and onboarding can be a difficult process, particularly for smaller suppliers with fewer technical capabilities. The integration of existing applications and getting used to the software could take time, and some of the complex aspects of the application might overwhelm new users before they get used to the system. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like how effective it is. Having many apps in one piece of software is a real time-saver and makes it much easier to get things done in one place. I love it Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

There is not much of what i do not like. The worst part is maybe getting into it and there is so many things, that it is hard to find it simetimes. But otherwise i do not have any other red flags Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I liked that SAP Business Network was generally easy to use and most of the information I needed insight on was there. I loved the company outlook feature because it allowed me to dive into companies and also compare them to the giants in the same industry and focus. The initial setup was super easy. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I feel like they could do some more work on company insights. It would be better if they could provide more information on what is working for companies, what isn't, and how external factors could help. Also, offering more easy-to-read analytics would be a great improvement. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.