C_ARCON_2508: SAP Certified Application Associate – SAP Ariba Contracts – Implementation Consultant

Certification Overview

The C_ARCON_2508 certification validates a consultant’s ability to implement and configure SAP Ariba Contracts. It ensures that candidates understand the core functionalities of managing contract creation, negotiation, approval, execution, and compliance monitoring using Ariba’s contract management solutions.

Certified professionals can design and deploy contract templates, workflows, and clauses that support enterprise-level contract lifecycle management. The exam confirms that the candidate can practically apply this knowledge in projects.

Target Audience

• SAP Ariba Contracts Consultants

• Implementation & Functional Consultants

• Contract Managers / Procurement Specialists

• Supplier Management Professionals

Key Skills Measured

• Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM): Setup, creation, execution, and compliance

• Contract Authoring & Clauses: Templates, clauses, libraries, and version control

• Approval Workflows: Designing flexible approval processes

• Integration with Sourcing & Procurement: Linking sourcing events and purchase contracts

• Contract Compliance: Monitoring obligations, milestones, and renewals

• Administration: User roles, groups, permissions, and document security

• Best Practices: Governance, risk, and adoption strategies

Exam Structure

Exam Details

Preparation Tips

1. Learn contract templates, clauses, and library management.

2. Practice workflow and approval configurations.

3. Explore integration scenarios with sourcing and procurement.

4. Review SAP Learning Hub and Ariba Contracts documentation.

5. Take practice exams to assess readiness.