In the era of digital transformation, SAP Ariba has made a mark as a the biggest and largest B2B marketplace. Suppliers now use it and view it as a strategic move to expedite their payment cycles, streamline invoicing, and gain more visibility. This article states the steps on how to register and login on SAP Ariba for suppliers easily.
What are the two types of registration on SAP Ariba
To begin your SAP journey, simply register for the ecosystem either through invitation-based registration or self- registration. It’s important to know which type you will enter with and understand the difference between both.
Invitation-Based Registration
This type of registration guarantees that the supplier’s account will be immediately and directly linked to the customer’s account. To achieve this, the customer will send you an invitation in an e-mail.
Self- Registration
The supplier will have to go to the SAP Ariba portal and create their own profile about their company and in this way, it will make them visible for millions of customers online. Moreover, giving the supplier access to customers worldwide
How to register on SAP Ariba for suppliers
These are the steps to follow for suppliers to register on the platform of SAP Ariba easily:
- Entering the portal
- Creation of account
- Selection of account type
- E-mail verification
Learn how to register on SAP Ariba either through invitation-based registration or self-registration by following these detailed steps:
1. Entering the portal
If the supplier got the invitation from the customer so they click in the email on “Get Started” or “Click Here” link but if the supplier didn’t receive anything from the customer then they will have to do the self -registration and go to the website supplier.ariba.com.
2. Creation of account
Whether the suppliers clicked on the link in the email or went to the website directly, there will be two options “Sign In” and “Register Now”. The Sign In choice is for suppliers who already have an account form handling a previous customer before. However, if it is their first time then click Register Now to start.
The suppliers will be faced with a page that tell them to put their e-mail address then after that they will be asked to provide certain information in order to create the account and these include:
Company Information
It includes the legal name, address, and the country of the company.
User Information
The supplier will put the username and create a secure password.
Product and Service Categories
The supplier here will have to put the product or service categories and this is very important and crucial because this will help the right customers the suppliers’ target to find them. The supplier will use the search tool to select the services or products they provide.
Shipping or Service Locations
The supplier will provide the geographic areas and locations where they can fulfill and ship orders.
3. Selection of account type
There are two types of accounts that is available for suppliers to choose from on the SAP Ariba portal online and they are standard account and enterprise account. The choice of the account depends on the supplier’s business volume.
Standard Account (Free)
This type of account is perfect for suppliers who are still beginners, new to the market, and have low business volume. This type allows the suppliers to get POS and send invoices through email notifications.
Enterprise Account (Subscription-based)
This type of account is designed for suppliers who have a high-volume business. Due to it being subscription-based, it provides more advanced tools that suppliers can use like priority support, ERP integration, and unlimited document exchange.
4. E-mail verification
The supplier then will submit eh form. After submitting it, the supplier should go to their email inbox and verify it. The name of the email ordersender will be prod@ansmtp.ariba.com. The supplier will then click the link and after verification, the account will be finalized.
If the supplier doesn’t see the e-mail of verification, check the spam folder and mark the sender safe.
How to login on SAP Ariba platform
Now that the account is completed, you can login easily by following these steps:
- Visit the website supplier.ariba.com
- Put the username
- Put the password
- Then click login
If the supplier has multiple companies, click on the “Link User IDs” option in the account settings in order to switch easily between the company accounts without the need to login again.
Supplier profile completion
After completing and finalizing the account, the customers will tell you to fill the supplier registration questionnaire and this is part od the supplier lifestyle and performance process. In order to do so, the supplier should:
- Log in to the created account
- Go to the proposals and questionnaires tab
- Fill the required details:
- Tax IDs
- Banking Details
- Diversity certifications or ISO standards
- Insurance documents
To be seen more by customers, make sure that your profile is 100% completed because customers often search by using a search filter called “Profile Completeness” when looking for suppliers.
What are the common issues that can happen on SAP Ariba during registration and login processes
There are issues that can arise on SAP Ariba online, so here are the them and their solutions.
1. Forgotten Password
If the supplier forgot the password, just use the button “Forget Password” in order to get a link in the e-mail you used during the registration to change the password.
2. Not Found
The customers can sometimes get an issue where they can’t find the supplier online, the supplier should just provide them with the ANID which is the Ariba Network ID and it is found in the dashboard in the top right corner.
3. Expired Invitation Link
If the supplier took more than 30 days to click on the invitation provided by the customer then it will be expired, so they will have to contact the customer again in order to send them another invitation.
4. Browsing Errors
If the portal of SAP Ariba doesn’t load properly, the supplier should just clear the cashe and cookies and load it again.
Post registration leverage
In order to truly leverage SAP Ariba platform, the supplier should:
Configure Notifications
In order to never miss a sourcing event or a purchase order, the supplier should set up e-mail alerts and notifications.
The Workbench Tab
The supplier should use this tab to track and view in real-time the status of the payments and invoices.
Sourcing Events Search
The suppliers should search for “Requests for Proposals” and auctions that match their profile.
What is the Strategic Value of SAP Ariba for Business Growth
SAP Ariba profile acts as the digital storefront for the supplier’s business. After logging in and registration, it will be a strategic investment for the supplier’s brand. The platform contains all the data the supplier’s need like transaction history, compliance certifications, and fulfillment accuracy. Moreover, If a customer is looking for a supplier or makes a supplier risk assessment, then the supplier that will have a strong profile on SAP Ariba platform and tangible proof for reliability and that opens the door to a lot of global opportunities that weren’t available before.
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