What is SAP R/3?; SAP R3 architecture; installation concepts and guidelines; distributing the R/3 system; using SAP R/3; workbench organizer and transport system; ABAP/4 data dictionary; management of users, authorizations, and profiles; ABAP/4 development workbench; background jobs management; the SAP printing system; general administration utilities; SAP houskeeping - computer management centre; SAP database administration with Oracle8 and Microsoft SQL server; SAP R/3 technical implementation and operation; cross-application modules, add-ons, and new trends.