SAP BRF Plus
Building a Rule Set from Scratch
➢ What is SAP BRF+?
➢ Benefits of Rule Modeling
➢ Key Components of Rule Modeling
➢ Step-by-Step Guide to Building a Rule Set
➢ Best Practices
➢ Conclusion
Introduction
• Welcome to the presentation on Rule Modeling using SAP BRF+ (Business Rule
Framework plus).
• In this session, we will explore the process of building a rule set from scratch
using SAP BRF+.
• Rule modeling is a critical aspect of business rules management, enabling
organizations to define and manage complex decision-making processes.
What is SAP BRF+?
• SAP BRF+ is a powerful tool within the SAP Business Suite, designed to
facilitate the modeling and execution of business rules.
• BRF+ stands for Business Rule Framework plus, indicating its advanced
capabilities compared to its predecessor, the Business Rule Framework
(BRF).
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Benefits of Rule Modeling
Improved Decision-Making
Agility
Reusability
Auditability and Compliance
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Benefits of Rule Modeling
• Improved Decision-Making: Rule modeling allows organizations to formalize complex
decision-making processes, ensuring consistency and accuracy.
• Agility: With rule modeling, businesses can quickly adapt to changing market conditions and
regulatory requirements by modifying rules without the need for extensive coding changes.
• Reusability: Rule sets can be easily reused across different applications, saving
development time and effort.
• Auditability and Compliance: Rule modeling provides a transparent and auditable process for
decision-making, which is crucial for compliance with regulations and industry standards.
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Key Components of Rule Modeling
Rule Set
Rule
Rule Engine
Rule Parameters
Action
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Best Practices
• Rule Set: A collection of rules organized based on business logic and requirements.
• Rule: A specific condition or set of conditions that determine the outcome of a
decision.
• Rule Engine: The rule engine evaluates the rules based on inputs and executes the
defined actions.
• Rule Parameters: Variables or data objects used within rules to make decisions.
• Actions: The actions represent the results or outcomes of the rule evaluation.
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Step-by-Step Guide to Building a Rule Set
Step 1: Identify the Decision Points:
• Determine the decision points and the criteria that influence
these decisions.
• For example, in a loan approval process, decision points could
include credit score, income, and loan amount.
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Step-by-Step Guide to Building a Rule Set
Step 2: Define Rule Parameters:
• Identify the data objects or variables needed for decision-making.
• Define the rule parameters and their properties.
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Step-by-Step Guide to Building a Rule Set
Step 3: Create Rules:
• Define the conditions and actions for each decision point.
• Use a decision table, if appropriate, to represent complex decision-
making scenarios.
• Leverage predefined functions and operators for rule conditions.
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Step-by-Step Guide to Building a Rule Set
Step 4: Test and Validate:
• Validate the rule set by executing test cases with different inputs.
• Ensure that the rule set behaves as expected and produces the
desired outcomes.
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Best Practices
• Understand the Business Context: Gain a clear understanding of the business
requirements and decision-making processes before rule modeling.
• Keep Rules Simple and Manageable: Complex rules are challenging to
maintain and understand. Aim for simplicity and modularity.
• Document Rules and Assumptions: Maintain comprehensive documentation to
aid in understanding and future updates.
• Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts: Involve domain experts throughout
the rule modeling process to ensure accuracy and effectiveness.
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Conclusion
• Rule modeling with SAP BRF+ offers organizations a powerful toolset for
effective decision-making and rule management.
• By following a structured approach and leveraging the key components of rule
modeling, organizations can enhance agility, consistency, and compliance in
their decision-making processes.
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