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SAP Financial Accounting Certification: Exam Guide
A guide to SAP Financial Accounting exams: which one to choose, what they cover and how to prepare.
EU Job Hub Editorial Team · Updated 1 October 2026 · Based on SAP certification descriptions and exam guides
Introduction
The SAP Financial Accounting certification proves that you know the basics of finance processes in SAP S/4HANA. It is an associate-level exam for people who want to work as finance consultants or key users.
SAP changes its exam codes with each release, so older guides can mislead you. This guide explains how to choose the right exam and what to expect.
Quick Information
| Provider |
SAP |
| Level |
Associate |
| Exam families |
C_TS4FI for private cloud and on-premise, C_S4CFI for the public cloud |
| Format |
80 questions in 180 minutes, according to exam guides |
| Cut score |
Between 61 and 66 per cent depending on version, according to third-party guides |
| Fee |
Not confirmed here. Check SAP |
Key Points at a Glance
- SAP has two main exam families for financial accounting.
- Exam codes change by release year, so check the code before you study.
- Guides list 80 questions in 180 minutes.
- Cut scores differ by version, from 61 to 66 per cent in third-party guides.
- Experience with accounting basics helps a lot.
Two Exam Families
C_TS4FI covers SAP S/4HANA Financial Accounting for the private cloud and on-premise editions. Exam codes carry a year, such as 2021, 2023 or 2025.
C_S4CFI covers the public cloud edition. It is aimed at implementation consultants and also carries a year.
What the Exams Cover
Topics include general ledger accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, asset accounting and period-end closing.
Third-party outlines show that general ledger accounting and asset accounting carry larger shares. The public cloud exam adds cloud mindset and fit-to-standard workshops.
Format and Score
Guides list 80 questions in 180 minutes. Some items are unscored and are used to test future content.
Cut scores in third-party guides range from 61 to 66 per cent. SAP sets the figure for each version, so check the exam description.
Choosing the Right Exam
Ask your employer which SAP edition they use. A company on the public cloud needs the C_S4CFI path. A company on private cloud or on-premise needs the C_TS4FI path.
If you are job hunting, read job ads for the edition they mention.
Who Should Take It
It suits accountants who move into SAP, junior consultants and finance key users. A basic knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping is expected.
It is not designed for complete beginners to accounting.
A Study Plan
Plan eight to ten weeks. Start with the general ledger, then payables, receivables and assets, and finish with period-end tasks.
Use SAP Learning and the official sample questions. Practise in a trial system if you can get access.
Old Exam Codes
Old codes such as C_TS4FI_1610 and C_TS4FI_2021 are retired or may be retired soon. SAP updates exam versions regularly.
Do not buy study material until you confirm the current code on SAP’s page.
Mistakes to Avoid
Do not study from an old code. Content changes with each release.
Do not memorise answers. Questions test how you apply the process.
Do not use leaked questions.
Using It in Europe
Roles include SAP finance consultant, finance analyst and SAP key user. Add the exam code and the year to your Europass CV.
Mention the SAP edition you worked with.
Study Resources
SAP Learning offers courses and journeys. The SAP Help Portal has free documentation for finance processes.
Official sample questions on the exam page show the style. Use them before you pay for any third-party practice test.
A Sample Process to Practise
Follow one purchase from invoice entry to payment. Note which accounts change at each step and which reports show the result.
Then follow one sale from invoice to customer payment. Compare the two flows.
Questions to Ask Before You Pay
Check the exam code and fee on SAP’s page. Check whether your company pays for exams.
Write down your goal first. Take the exam only if it moves you towards that goal.
After You Pass
Add the exam code and year to your Europass CV and your professional profile. Describe the processes you practised.
Then plan your next step. You might add a second module, such as controlling or sourcing, or deepen your finance knowledge.
Key Terms Explained
General ledger: the main record of a company’s accounts.
Accounts payable: money the company owes to suppliers.
Accounts receivable: money customers owe the company.
Asset accounting: tracking what the company owns and how it loses value.
Period-end closing: the steps that finish a month or year.
Fit-to-standard: checking how well standard software fits a business.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which exam should I take?
It depends on your SAP edition. Public cloud uses C_S4CFI. Private cloud and on-premise use C_TS4FI.
How many questions are there?
Guides list 80 questions in 180 minutes.
What is the pass mark?
Third-party guides list 61 to 66 per cent depending on version.
Do old exam codes still work?
Check SAP. Versions retire over time.
Find Jobs
Job titles to search for include SAP finance consultant, finance analyst and SAP key user. Search current vacancies on the EURES portal.
Official Course Page
Read the current details on the SAP certification page.
Disclaimer
This guide is independent and is not affiliated with SAP. Prices, course lists and exam rules change, so check the official page before you pay or enrol. A certificate does not give you the right to work in any country.
