ASHOK KUMAR THUKKANI
Alpharetta,GA
Summary
Senior SAP Basis Consultant with proven track record of 8 years of experience in SAP Basis Administration, 4 years of experience in HANA Database Management, 4 years of experience in SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) Administration and 2 years of experience in System Administration. Skilled in system optimization, cloud migration, and performance tuning. Successfully led numerous projects, including SAP System Migrations to AWS and Implementation of SAP BTP services. Proficient in executing SAP Release and Enhancement Package Upgrades to enhance system stability. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. SAP BTP Administrator
Maxpep LLC
04.2024 - Current
- Create, manage, and deactivate user accounts on the SAP BTP platform
- Define Roles and permissions to control access to services and resources based on user roles and responsibilities
- Provisioned resources like Space and Space Quotas in response to developer requirements
- Respond to incidents, alerts, and service requests related to SAP BTP platform issues
- Maintain documentation and knowledge base articles for SAP BTP configurations and processes
- Provide support to team members, developers and users to promote best practices and enhance platform capabilities
- Enhancing proficiency in AI within the SAP BTP environment
- Data Replication from HANA Database to HANA Cloud.
Sr. SAP HANA Consultant
ATG Business Solutions
04.2020 - 04.2024
- Set up and configured SAP BTP Cockpit environment for optimal functionality
- Administered SAP Cloud Connector for seamless integration within SAP environments
- Successfully integrated Azure Active Directory with SAP BTP, enhancing user authentication procedures
- Established subaccounts to enable seamless integrations within the Integration Suite
- Managed User permissions for Users in SAP BTP sub-account level, ensuring secure access
- Established and configured SAP Cloud ALM to facilitate the implementation and integration of SAP solutions
- Managed SAP HANA Cloud and SAP ABAP environment configurations
- Enabled and configured data replication from on-premises systems to SAP HANA Cloud
- Created and upheld Backup and disaster recovery plans for SAP BTP environment
- Activated BTP services on Cloud Foundry and integrated them with on-premises S4 or EWM systems
- Established integrations between SAP BTP products and third-party vendors
- Implemented and administered Cloud Transport Management System (CTMS) within SAP BTP environment
- Managed SAP Build Work Zone as part of SAP BTP administration responsibilities
- OKTA and GOOGLE IDP integration within SAP BTP environment
- Administered SAP Business Application Studio for SAP BTP operations and management
- Implemented and managed SAP Data Intelligence solutions
- Configuration for Fiori Launchpad, Catalog, Groups, Tiles, and PFCG roles
- Migrated SAP servers from on-premise infrastructure to AWS Cloud
- Executed SAP S/4HANA System Conversion using Software Update Manager with DMO (Data Migration Option)
- Performed SAP HANA DB Installation and upgrade using hdblcm and Resident hdblcm
- Administered HANA DB's using SAP HANA Cockpit and Studio, optimizing system operations and DB management
- Implemented HANA table management techniques, including loading/unloading tables into memory and partitioning
- Participated in high availability disaster recovery (DR) testing for the production SAP HANA database
- Configured SLT Replication server to facilitate data exchange
- Performed Kernel version and patch level updates to maintain system stability and security, minimizing downtime
- Managed OS patching for AWS infrastructure (ec2 instance) using Patch Manager
- Performed start and stop operations for EC2 instances using AWS console for SAP maintenance tasks
- Managed the upgrade of Oracle Database from version 12c to 19c, overseeing the entire process for seamless transition, and handled the application of SBP (Security Bundle Patch) updates
- Administered Redwood job monitoring to ensure efficient scheduling and execution of tasks within the SAP landscape
- Configured Documentation Management functionality within Solution Manager to streamline documentation processes
- Utilized Solution Manager to configure Test Suite, streamlining testing processes and enhancing quality assurance measures
- Utilized soldoc and soladmin within Solution Manager for documentation management and administrative tasks, respectively
- Monitored and analyzed expensive SQL statements to optimize database performance
- Administered Service Marketplace tasks, including user creation, authorization assignment, developer key generation, and license key management
- Performed HANA backups (file and Backint) utilizing HANA Studio and scheduled periodic backups in HANA Cockpit
- Analyzed Early Watch Alert (EWA) reports and provided recommendations for system optimization and improvement
- Managed and configured RFC (Remote Function Call) connections to ensure seamless communication between SAP systems
- Participated in an S/4 HANA conversion project, contributing to the successful migration and transformation efforts.
Sr. SAP Basis Consultant
Aeries Technology
10.2016 - 03.2020
- Conducted Release and Enhancement Package (EHP) upgrades utilizing the Software Update Manager (SUM) tool
- Performed SAP system refreshes as part of system administration duties
- Implemented Support Pack Stack updates using the Software Update Manager (SUM) tool
- Managed Kernel upgrades to ensure systems were equipped with the latest security and performance enhancements
- Configured Documentation Management in Solution Manager 7.2 SP08
- Implemented and configured Landscape Management Database (LMDB) in SAP Solution Manager
- Established and configured System Landscape Directory (SLD) in SAP Solution Manager
- Implemented and conducted analysis on Early Watch Alert (EWA) reports in SAP Solution Manager
- Performed Dual-stack split in SAP NetWeaver environment
- Implemented SAP Notes to address program corrections and apply bug fixes in accordance with SAP recommendations
- Configured printers and resolved related issues to ensure smooth printing functionality within the SAP environment
- Performed Oracle database upgrades and managed SBP upgrades to enhance system security and functionality
- Managed Background Job scheduling and execution within SAP systems to optimize task automation.
Sr. SAP BASIS Consultant
IBM
05.2014 - 07.2016
- Managed daily monitoring of SAP application servers, ensuring optimal system performance
- Addressed ABAP short dumps to optimize system performance and stability
- Managed lock entries to maintain system integrity and data consistency
- Optimized system efficiency by monitoring and analyzing long-running jobs
- Conducted SAP system copies as part of system administration tasks
- Performed updates to statistics within the Oracle database to optimize performance and ensure data accuracy
- Facilitated Client customizations by securely opening and closing client access for objects
- Executed Kernel release and patch upgrades to enhance system functionality and security
- Conducted Oracle database upgrades to ensure system compatibility and performance optimization
- Early Watch Alert report analysis and recommendations
- Analyze expensive SQL statements and recommendations.
SAP BASIS Consultant
Sein Infotech
09.2012 - 04.2014
- Performed daily System monitoring, overseeing key systems to ensure optimal performance
- Effectively Transported developed objects from source to target systems, bolstering data integrity
- Managed Background Jobs to ensure efficient system operation and task scheduling
- Resolved lock entry issues, preventing system delays and maintaining workflow continuity
- Analyzed and resolved ABAP dumps to optimize system performance and stability
- Executed Client copies, including local, remote, export, and import, ensuring data consistency across platforms
- Led a Kernel upgrade project, enhancing system capabilities and security for major systems
- Managed Printer configuration and resolved related issues to maintain smooth operational workflow.
SAP BASIS Consultant
Bayer Business Services
04.2008 - 08.2012
- Monitored daily SAP system, ensuring optimal performance and system reliability
- Facilitated the transport of objects from source systems to target systems
- Created and scheduled Background Jobs, optimizing system processes and productivity
- Resolved lock entries, minimizing system downtime and enhancing user satisfaction
- Analyzed ABAP dumps, identifying and mitigating underlying issues to improve system stability
- Conducted performance monitoring and tuning activities to optimize SAP system performance
- Participated in Kernel release and patch level upgrades to enhance system stability and security
- Executed SAP Note implementations for program corrections and bug fixes in accordance with SAP recommendations
- Downloaded and analyzed Early Watch Reports for SAP systems, leading to strategic improvements in system health.
System Administrator
Config Software Solutions
06.2005 - 01.2008
- Managed Windows server infrastructure running Windows Server 2003 and earlier versions, including installation, configuration, and maintenance tasks
- Installed MS Office and other applications based on user requirement
- Provided technical support to end-users, resolving hardware and software issues through troubleshooting and remote assistance tools like Remote Desktop
- Conducted regular backups of critical data using tape backup solutions like Backup Exec, ensuring data integrity and disaster recovery readiness.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma in Programming Concepts -
Institute of Computer Software Sciences
01.2001
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science -
Osmania University
01.2000
Skills
- SAP System Administration
- SAP Solution Manager
- SAP S and 4HANA Migration
- SAP HANA Administration
- Systems design
- Performance Improvements
- Database Administration
- SAP Cloud Platform
- Performance Tuning
- Disaster Recovery Planning
- SAP Process Orchestration
- SAP Transport Management
- SAP Fiori configuration
- SAP Kernel Upgrades
- SAP NetWeaver Administration
- SAP Landscape Design
- SAP Client Administration
- Portal administration
- SAP Patch Management
- SAP Basis Troubleshooting
- SAP Integration Technologies
- System Upgrades
- Communication and Team Collaboration
- Cloud services
Certification
- SAP Certified Technology Associate – SAP HANA Cloud Provisioning and Administration
- SAP Certified Technology Specialist – SAP S/4HANA Conversion and SAP System Upgrade
- SAP Certified Technology Associate – OS DB Migration for SAP NetWeaver 7.30
- ITIL Foundation Level Certification
Technical Skills
Cloud Migration: SAP systems to AWS cloud, SUM DMO: S/4HANA conversion to 1909/2020/2021/2022/2023FPS0, SAP NetWeaver: NW 7.4SP13 to 7.5SP19 upgrade and Dual stack split, SPS upgrade: Support pack stack upgrade from SPS05 to SPS09 on ECC6.0/ehp6 system, Add-Ons: ST-PI/ST-A/PI plugin upgrade, OS patching on EC2 instance in AWS cloud, Background Job Management (SAP and Redwood), Kernel release and patch upgrade, SAP System refresh by using SWPM tool and BR Tools, Table Re-organization, Index Rebuild, Adding data files, Transport Management System (STMS), Printer Configuration and Spool Administration, Early Watch Alert (EWA) report analysis and recommendations, Oracle Database upgrade from 12c to 19c and applied SBP patches, Third-party Tools: ServiceNow, JIRA, Rundeck, Peregrine, Remedy, Maestro, Lotus, Putty, VPN and Citrix, Installation of SAP HANA 1.0 and 2.0 Database, SAP HANA 2.0 SPS05 upgrade, SAP HANA Database Backup and Recovery, High Availability and Disaster Recovery setup, AFL plugins, HANA Cockpit and HANA Studio, RISE with SAP and Greenfield/Brownfield Implementation, HANA Sizing, HANA Standalone & Multi-Tenants installation, Table portioning, loading/unloading Table into Memory, BTP Cockpit configuration, Installed Cloud Connectors 2.16.0 on on-premise systems, SAP Cloud Connector 2.16.2 upgrade, Managed subaccounts in Global account, Data Replication from on-premise HANA DB system to HANA Cloud system, SAP Build Work Zone for project collaboration and application development purposes, SAP Business Application Studio for application development and management, OKTA, Azure AD, Google IDP configurations, HANA Cloud and HANA Data Lake in SAP BTP environment, UI Theme Design Changes in SAP BTP environment, SAP Cloud ALM setup, Cloud Transport Management (CTMS), Transport Integration Content using CTMS and CAS (Content Agent Service), Installation and Configuration of Solution Manager, Technical Monitoring for ABAP systems, Wily Introscope installation and update, CR Content update (cimsap), CTS+ configuration, Early Watch Alert report analysis, Job Scheduling Management configuration, Documentation Management configuration, Test Suite Configuration, LMDB and Managed Systems Data in SLD, Maintained Certificates, Managed DAA Agent installation and update
Work Authorization
H1B
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Sr. SAP BTP Administrator
Maxpep LLC
04.2024 - Current
Sr. SAP HANA Consultant
ATG Business Solutions
04.2020 - 04.2024
Sr. SAP Basis Consultant
Aeries Technology
10.2016 - 03.2020
Sr. SAP BASIS Consultant
IBM
05.2014 - 07.2016
SAP BASIS Consultant
Sein Infotech
09.2012 - 04.2014
SAP BASIS Consultant
Bayer Business Services
04.2008 - 08.2012
System Administrator
Config Software Solutions
06.2005 - 01.2008
Post Graduate Diploma in Programming Concepts -
Institute of Computer Software Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science -
Osmania University