Do I need a separate OCR solution for invoice capture?

No, Ariba Invoicing includes an embedded AI-powered, self-learning, multi-model OCR capability supported by Joule that processes invoices from any source, including scanned images, PDFs, inbound supplier emails, Peppol network and SAP Business Network.

Which ERP systems and service packs does Ariba Invoicing work with?

The solution is currently compatible with multiple SAP ERP systems: SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition, SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition, SAP S/4HANA (2022 support pack 1 or later) and SAP ERP Central Component (enhancement package 8 or later). Compatibility with third-party ERP systems will be added in future releases.

Can the solution features be extended and if so, does that cost extra?

Yes, you can extend the solution via APIs or via customised header or line fields (including customised validations). You can also integrate customised fields to your back-end ERP system. Extension capabilities are all self-service at no additional cost.

In what ways does the solution drive compliance with e-invoicing regulations?

The solution integrates with Business Network or with SAP Document and Reporting Compliance, both of which provide prebuilt capabilities for handling country-specific e-invoicing requirements in systems around the globe, including government portals and mandated networks.

SAP Ariba Invoicing | Invoice Processing Automation

Automate invoice processing with SAP Ariba Invoicing

Next-generation SAP Ariba Invoicing provides SAP ERP customers with automated, unified and intelligent invoice management through Joule AI capabilities.

Optimise AP speed and accuracy with advanced features that streamline the invoice management process. SAP Ariba Invoicing offers:

A seamless Fiori user experience.
End-to-end e-invoicing and global compliance through SAP Business Network.
Multiple invoice channels, including email, processed by AI OCR.
Scalable, extensible, secure deployment on SAP Business Technology Platform.

Key benefits

Best-in-class user experience

Gain unified AP visibility across your ERP landscape through a seamless Fiori user experience and deep enterprise data insights from Joule.

Invoice processing virtually from almost any source

Capture invoices from images, email or PDFs using embedded multi-AI OCR. Process global e-invoices from SAP Business Network or third-party networks.

AI-native insights and automation

Achieve touchless automated invoice processing using intelligent account assignment, smart matching and key insights from SAP Business AI and Joule.

Procurement and business suite synergies

Maximise process efficiency with seamless connectivity across your procurement solutions, SAP Business Network, SAP Business Suite and any SAP ERP system.

Key features

Powerful multi-model AI OCR data extraction

Combine SAP Document AI with intelligent metadata extraction and LLMS using an embedded AI OCR service.
Improve extraction performance and accuracy automatically with correction and validation feedback.
Boost productivity with Joule invoice upload or drag-and-drop invoices directly to the app.
Speed up inbound invoice processing with a native email service.

Global reach through SAP Business Network

Gain compliant e-invoice processing and support for Peppol networks in most countries with mandates or government portals.
Get access to powerful tools and supplier onboarding with a free network supplier account.
Minimise AP enquiries with supplier access to the Invoice Status Portal on the SAP Business Network.

Central worklist and team collaboration

Gain unparalleled AP insights with Joule-assisted queries of any business document, including invoices.
Increase visibility and collaboration with one central AP view of invoices from all channels and across the SAP ERP landscape.
Streamline processing with prioritisation based on status, company code or workflow.

Automatic line-item matching

Speed up processing by auto-matching invoices with documents and delivery with delivering charges.
Optimise line-item matching through algorithms using description, price, unit of measure and part numbers.
Increase productivity with auto-matching of items if users change POs during manual matching.

Automatic account and tax code assignment

Use embedded AI and ML capabilities that learn from invoice history and assign relevant accounting on non-PO invoices.
Minimise from manual account assignment with automated, streamlined non-PO invoice processing.
Easily assign and validate tax codes using local tables or third-party services like Vertex, Thomson Reuters and Sovos.

Advanced workflow and approval capabilities

Automatically route invoice exceptions to the right team for processing based on configurable business rules.
Save time with series, parallel and multilevel approvals, including advanced scenarios and external logic APIs.
Centralise approvals through SAP Ariba launchpad or Task Centre in S/4HANA.

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Frequently asked questions

: No, Ariba Invoicing includes an embedded AI-powered, self-learning, multi-model OCR capability supported by Joule that processes invoices from any source, including scanned images, PDFs, inbound supplier emails, Peppol network and SAP Business Network.
: The solution is currently compatible with multiple SAP ERP systems: SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition, SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition, SAP S/4HANA (2022 support pack 1 or later) and SAP ERP Central Component (enhancement package 8 or later). Compatibility with third-party ERP systems will be added in future releases.
: Yes, you can extend the solution via APIs or via customised header or line fields (including customised validations). You can also integrate customised fields to your back-end ERP system. Extension capabilities are all self-service at no additional cost.
: The solution integrates with Business Network or with SAP Document and Reporting Compliance, both of which provide prebuilt capabilities for handling country-specific e-invoicing requirements in systems around the globe, including government portals and mandated networks.

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