SAP user group slams 'uncertainty' in ERP giant's API policy
An influential SAP user group, DSAG, has raised concerns over the ERP vendor's updated API policy, citing ambiguity that could hinder customer innovation and integration projects. The policy restricts API use to SAP-endorsed architectures and an API Hub, which critics say is poorly maintained and subject to sudden changes. DSAG warns the uncertainty may discourage adoption of new technologies like AI, while SAP maintains the updates ensure secure and reliable use of its platforms.
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AI + ML SAP user group slams 'uncertainty' in ERP giant's API policy Concerns over new rules might stop customers from adopting innovations – including AI – that connect to SAP systems Lindsay Clark Thu 30 Apr 2026 // 13:41 UTC An influential SAP user group has criticized the vendor's API policy update, saying it lacks clarity and potentially prevents users from starting new projects and innovating on their SAP platforms. AI clause in new SAP API policy has partners worried over lock-in READ MORE The new API policy [PDF], published by the ERP giant last week, states users can only build using its APIs "within the limits of SAP-endorsed architectures, data services, or service-specific pathways." It also refers to an API Hub of approved interfaces for developers to use.
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