SAP Master Data Governance Reviews

Vendor: SAP

3.8 out of 5

27 reviews
89% willing to recommend

933 followers

What is SAP Master Data Governance?

Your company wants accurate, complete, and trusted data to master your digital business processes and business models. The SAP® Master Data Governance application provides ready-to-run, domain-specific master data governance, enabling you to decentrally own and consolidate and to centrally create, change, and distribute master data across your enterprise system landscape. Tight integration with other SAP solutions supports the reuse of data models, business logic, and validation frameworks with open integration to third-party products and services to support your entire technology stack. It supports cleansing, standardization, duplicate detection, and best-record calculation. It then lets you synchronize clean and standardized data across cloud and on-premise applications.

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SAP Master Data Governance is the #1 ranked solution in top Master Data Management (MDM) Software solutions. PeerSpot users give SAP Master Data Governance an average rating of 7.6 out of 10. SAP Master Data Governance is most commonly compared to Microsoft MDS: SAP Master Data Governance vs Microsoft MDS. SAP Master Data Governance is popular among the large enterprise segment, accounting for 72% of users researching this solution on PeerSpot. The top industry researching this solution are professionals from a manufacturing company, accounting for 16% of all views.

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SAP Master Data Governance

February 2025

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Vishal Khare

IT manager at Electrolux Home Products

We use the platform for centralizing and streamlining the management of an organization's master data With MDG, we have established an efficient process for easily managing country-specific data. At an enterprise level, it has proven valuable in imposing control over master data changes across…

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UdayReddy

Module Lead at a tech consulting company with 10,001+ employees

As per my knowledge, I have not faced any issues with the product till now. Looking at the market today, I can say that the main competitor for SAP Master Data Governance is artificial intelligence. In SAP Master Data Governance, a user needs to select where a file should be uploaded or downloaded from in some of the cases in SAP Master Data Governance. It would be better to integrate artificial intelligence into SAP Master Data Governance so that a user does not need to track file locations. For example, be it files in formats like PDF, CSV, and XML, the artificial intelligence technology will help users pull the files automatically and help with the uploading or downloading part, which, in turn, will take less time. In general, I want artificial intelligence added to SAP Master Data Governance since I feel it is one of the areas where the solution has certain shortcomings.

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Abhijit Misra

Director at Accenture

We are trying to get the cloud solution of SAP Master Data Governance for multiple clients, which requires more improvement. Bill of materials (BOM) creation in manufacturing needs to be enhanced in SAP Master Data Governance. Clients have also suggested improvements in managing a hierarchy and ensuring that you maintain and work on the hierarchy side.

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SAP Master Data Governance mindshare

As of March 2025, the mindshare of SAP Master Data Governance in the Master Data Management (MDM) Software category stands at 23.3%, down from 23.9% compared to the previous year, according to calculations based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Type	Title	Date
Category	Master Data Management (MDM) Software	Mar 4, 2025	Download
Product	Reviews, tips, and advice from real users	Mar 4, 2025	Download
Comparison	SAP Master Data Governance vs Microsoft MDS	Mar 4, 2025	Download
Comparison	SAP Master Data Governance vs TIBCO EBX	Mar 4, 2025	Download
Comparison	SAP Master Data Governance vs Semarchy xDM	Mar 4, 2025	Download

Title	Rating	Mindshare	Recommending
Microsoft MDS	3.7	12.7%	91%	22 interviews Add to research
TIBCO EBX	4.1	13.8%	86%	15 interviews Add to research

Valuable Features

SAP Master Data Governance integrates seamlessly with SAP ERP, featuring robust workflow automation. Users find value in its duplicate data identification and cleansing capabilities. The GUI is user-friendly, enabling easy navigation for non-experts. The data replication framework ensures consistent data across systems. Customizable integration, multidomain MDM, and detailed analytics further highlight its adaptability. Master Data Quality and Data Consolidation simplify data management, while strong governance and security features enhance data accuracy and reliability.

"SAP MDG has extensive data models and good integration with upstream and downstream systems."
"I like how the solution integrates with other SAP tools and third-party solutions."
"SAP is a closed tool. Integrating with it requires a lot of effort and money. It is also very expensive and not flexible."

Room for Improvement

SAP Master Data Governance needs better mass editing and document management features. Integration through a central console and reduced ABAP dependency would enhance usability. Role flexibility and improved user interface are required. Localization for global requirements, easier implementation, and project duration reduction are necessary. Enhanced data profiling, better AI integration, increased cloud options, and improved performance are essential. Training, usability, and price need attention, along with smoother integrations and clear configuration.

"SAP could do better in attracting talent and simplifying technology adoption."
"Bill of materials (BOM) creation in manufacturing needs to be enhanced in SAP Master Data Governance."
"RiverFront is a more modern and cost-effective solution compared to MDG. It is flexible and designed to handle big data, which MDG does not support well."

ROI

Organizations have improved customer service by accurately sorting customer data, eliminating duplicates, leading to significant cost savings. SAP Master Data Governance achieves centralization of Master Data, reducing fraud. The expected annual ROI is approximately 75,000 dollars. Significant consolidation of customer records is achieved. Successful deployment over nine years has proven satisfaction with results. Effective internal project management greatly influences ROI, as strategy and execution are key, with software only contributing to a small percentage of success.

Pricing

SAP Master Data Governance pricing varies based on implementation type, business needs, and adoption. The product is generally considered expensive, with licensing costs that can be high. Pricing models include subscription-based cloud solutions with monthly or quarterly fees or one-time fees for on-premises deployments. Factors like user numbers and transactions affect costs. SAP offers different purchasing terms, and while some find the pricing reasonable given the solution's value, others seek improvements.

"SAP Master Data Governance is an expensive solution."
"The pricing is a bit too high."
"SAP Master Data Governance is a licensed product. While there might be no upfront cost for the MDG component itself, you still need to pay for user authorizations."

Popular Use Cases

SAP Master Data Governance is implemented for master data management, centralizing and streamlining organizational data. Businesses use it to enhance data quality, create workflows, and manage data across various domains like finance and procurement. It supports integration with different systems and allows customization for business needs. Companies deploy it to manage supplier data, enrich data, improve data consistency, and ensure effective workflow. Organizations benefit from governance in managing enterprise architecture and achieving data standardization.

Service and Support

SAP Master Data Governance's customer service and support is generally good and responsive. Some users find it efficient and helpful, especially with global support and multiple levels available. However, others mention delays and challenges in timely responses or specific direction. Companies report needing proper licenses for in-depth support. Resolution times can vary, with some finding it slow. Despite positive feedback, improvement in more detailed technical guidance is desired. Companies often find external professionals valuable.

Deployment

Initial setup of SAP Master Data Governance varies in complexity based on data definitions and existing governance structures. Many find it straightforward with clear data targets, while others face challenges with complex deployments involving data cleansing, multiple sources, and custom logic integration. Documentation aids configurability, but governance and decision-making are crucial. Implementation may be influenced by the quality of prior knowledge and business integration readiness, with deployment timeframes ranging from weeks to months.

Scalability

SAP Master Data Governance is regarded as capable of scaling by various organizations. While some encounter issues, especially regarding costs and complex data models, others appreciate its robust scalability with updates and expansions. It supports a wide range of users, from a few dozen to thousands. Its capacity to handle large data changes smoothly and efficiently appeals significantly to different business sizes, though affordability remains a concern for mid-sized enterprises.

Stability

Many note SAP Master Data Governance's stability as strong, adhering to SAP standards. Some have had minor issues but credit proper implementation for resolving them effectively. They emphasize the importance of strict rule enforcement. Team coordination is essential to prevent challenges. Stability rates range from eight to nine out of ten. Users appreciate the technology's resilience, acknowledging that issues typically stem from miscommunication or misalignment rather than inherent instability.

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