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Kafka via SAP Cloud Connector: Secure Hybrid Access Without Compromises

The KaTe Kafka Adapter now connects private Kafka infrastructure through SAP Cloud Connector while preserving full TLS, SNI and hostname verification.

KaTe GmbH Product News 13 August 2026

KaTe GmbH has expanded the KaTe Kafka Adapter for SAP Integration Suite with secure private-network connectivity through SAP Cloud Connector. The update enables SAP Cloud Integration and SAP Edge Integration Cell to access private Kafka environments without changing broker advertisements or weakening TLS security.

Kafka brokers, Schema Registry services and OAuth 2.0 identity providers can each use SAP Cloud Connector or the public network independently. Therefore, hybrid Kafka architectures can follow the network and security design that fits each individual service.

Secure hybrid Kafka connectivity for SAP Integration Suite

For organisations that run Apache Kafka in hybrid environments, private Kafka brokers, Schema Registry services and OAuth 2.0 identity providers can now be reached through SAP Cloud Connector where required. At the same time, each endpoint can continue to use the public network independently when that is the right architectural choice.

This matters because Kafka landscapes rarely follow a one-size-fits-all network model. An organisation may operate private Kafka brokers while using a public identity provider, or it may keep its Schema Registry in a separate network zone. The KaTe Kafka Adapter for SAP Integration Suite supports these combinations without forcing every Kafka-related service through the same connection path.

Apache Kafka brokers
SAP Cloud Connector or public network, with full TLS, SNI and hostname verification.
Schema Registry
SAP Cloud Connector or public network, independently configurable from broker access.
OAuth 2.0 identity provider
SAP Cloud Connector or public network, independently configurable from Kafka and Schema Registry access.

No custom broker advertisement rewriting and no TLS compromises

A frequent challenge in hybrid Kafka deployments is handling the broker addresses advertised to clients. The updated adapter avoids custom broker advertisement rewriting for SAP Cloud Connector connectivity. Consequently, teams do not need to introduce an additional address-translation layer simply to establish secure access from SAP Integration Suite to private Kafka services.

Equally important, the connection preserves TLS, Server Name Indication (SNI) and hostname verification. Established certificate validation therefore remains in place instead of being bypassed to make a hybrid connection work.

What this update clarifies for SAP integration teams

The following points are part of this product announcement. They explain the practical impact of the update rather than presenting a separate FAQ.

Can SAP Integration Suite reach a private Kafka broker through SAP Cloud Connector?

Yes. The KaTe Kafka Adapter can connect SAP Cloud Integration to private Kafka brokers through SAP Cloud Connector. The same capability is available for SAP Edge Integration Cell, enabling hybrid integration architectures that combine cloud-based integration with private Kafka services.

Do Kafka, Schema Registry and OAuth 2.0 identity providers have to use the same network route?

No. Each endpoint can be configured independently. Kafka brokers, Schema Registry services and OAuth 2.0 identity providers can use SAP Cloud Connector or the public network according to the organisation’s network architecture and security requirements.

Does private connectivity require weaker TLS validation or custom address rewriting?

No. The integration preserves full TLS, SNI and hostname verification. It also does not require custom broker advertisement rewriting for the SAP Cloud Connector connection path.

A practical option for SAP Cloud Integration and Edge Integration Cell

The enhancement is designed for SAP integration teams that need to connect SAP systems with event-driven Kafka platforms across cloud and private network boundaries. Whether an architecture uses SAP Cloud Integration, SAP Edge Integration Cell or a combination of both, the adapter enables a clear separation between integration logic and network-routing decisions.

The result is true hybrid Kafka connectivity: private where necessary, public where appropriate and consistently secured throughout.

This product update is published by KaTe GmbH. For technical details and a discussion of your integration architecture, please use the Kafka Adapter product page linked above.


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Kafka Adapter for SAP Integration Suite

Kafka Adapter for SAP Integration Suite (CPI) – KaTe GmbH
SAP Integration Suite (CPI)

Kafka Adapter for
SAP Integration Suite

Bidirectional connection between SAP Cloud Integration Iflows and Apache Kafka – the logical successor to the proven KaTe Kafka Adapter for SAP PO.

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Architecture Overview
SAP Cloud
Integration
Iflow
bidirektional
KaTe
Kafka Adapter
CPI
Publish / Subscribe
Apache Kafka
On-Premise / BTP
Avro Protocol Buffers OAuth2 SASL_SSL Schema-Registry Batch Processing CSFLE / CSPE
Verified SAP Partner
Free 30-Day Trial
SAP Roadmap Compatible
Features

All Features of the Kafka Adapter at a Glance

The KaTe Kafka Adapter for SAP Integration Suite offers much more than the SAP standard adapter – from Avro support to Field-Level Encryption.

Core Functions: Publish & Subscribe
Publish SAP Cloud Integration Iflow messages as Kafka records and subscribe to Kafka records as Iflow messages. Kafka Key, Header, and Data are translated into Iflow messages and vice versa.
  • Topics and partitions flexibly configurable
  • Ack mode and consumer commits customizable
  • Fully integrated into SAP Cloud Integration
  • Observable at channel and message log level
Enterprise-Grade Security
All common Kafka security standards are supported – including advanced encryption at the field and payload level for regulated environments.
  • PLAIN, PLAIN_SASL, SASL_SSL
  • SASL-Plain / SASL-SCRAM
  • OAuth2 & Client Certificate Authentication
  • Field-Level Encryption (CSFLE) & Payload Encryption (CSPE)
  • SOC 2, GDPR, ISO 27001 compliant
High Performance & Flow Control
Full control over message throughput, filtering, and batch processing – for optimal performance with high data volumes.
  • Filtering by headers, keys, and data content
  • Batch processing: n Kafka records as one Iflow message
  • Polling and record count/time unit configurable
  • Processing from the beginning, end, or any stream position

Advanced Features: Error Handling, Formats & Migration

Automated & Manual Error Handling
In "in order" streaming systems, errors can stop the entire processing. To prevent this, our adapter offers both manual and fully automated error handling.
  • Error routing to an error destination
  • Documentation and ignoring of specific cases
  • Error handling even for deserialization errors
  • Deduplication via offset or record header
Avro, Protocol Buffers & Schema Registries
Binary data formats like Avro and Protocol Buffers are standard in Kafka environments. Therefore, our adapter fully supports them – including automatic schema generation via schema registries.
  • Avro and Protocol Buffers ↔ XML conversion
  • JSON ↔ XML transformation
  • Schema Registry integration
  • Integrated schema generation tool
SAP Roadmap Compatible
Because the adapter is available for both SAP Process Orchestration and the SAP Integration Suite, existing SAP PO integrations can be transferred with minimal effort.
  • Available for SAP PO and SAP Integration Suite
  • Import existing interfaces without refactoring
  • Determine your own migration plan and schedule
  • Investments in SAP PO integrations are preserved
Advantages

Why the KaTe Adapter
Can Do More

The KaTe Kafka Adapter offers crucial features that the SAP standard Kafka adapter in SAP Cloud Integration does not provide.

1
Arbitrary Stream Positions & Group Names
While the SAP standard connector does not support arbitrary positions or group names in the stream, our Kafka connector fully provides this feature, which is crucial in daily operations.
2
All Data Formats incl. Schema Registry
Avro, Protocol Buffers, JSON, and schema registries with automatic schema generation are fully supported – although the SAP standard connector has significant gaps here.
3
Batch Processing in One Iflow Execution
Multiple Kafka records can be bundled as a single Iflow message, significantly increasing throughput. Since the SAP standard connector does not offer this function, this is a decisive advantage.
4
Advanced Error Handling & Encryption
Both manual and automated error handling – including deserialization errors – as well as Field-Level and Payload Encryption (CSFLE/CSPE) are integrated, whereas the SAP standard connector does not provide these features.
5
Private and Public Network Access
The adapter runs equally on SAP Cloud Integration and SAP Edge Integration Cell (EIC). It also supports hybrid scenarios, including access to on-premises Kafka brokers, schema registries, and OAuth 2.0 identity providers through SAP Cloud Connector.
Comparison

Kafka Adapter Comparison:
KaTe vs. SAP Standard

Feature KaTe Adapter SAP Standard
Arbitrary Stream Positions
✓ Yes
✗ No
Avro / Protocol Buffers
✓ Yes
✗ No
Schema-Registry
✓ Yes
✗ No
Batch Processing
✓ Yes
✗ No
Field-Level Encryption
✓ Yes
✗ No
Advanced Error Handling
✓ Yes
Limited
Filtering & Deduplication
✓ Yes
✗ No
OAuth2 & CSFLE/CSPE
✓ Yes
✗ No
SAP Cloud Connector Support
✓ Yes
✗ No
Advantages

Set Up Kafka Adapter – Start in 3 Steps

1
Request Free Trial

Contact us – within 48 hours you will receive access to the adapter for your test environment.

2
Install Adapter

Installation in your SAP Integration Suite is completed in just a few steps, as our team guides you through the onboarding process.

3
Go Live

Initial productive scenarios start quickly, allowing you to scale as needed – without upfront investments.

Compatibility

Compatibility: Supported Kafka Platforms & Protocols

Whether on-premise, cloud, or hybrid – the KaTe Kafka Adapter for SAP Integration Suite is compatible with all common Kafka deployments and SAP platforms.

SAP Integration Suite
SAP Cloud Integration (CPI) – fully integrated. SAP Docs ↗
Supported
SAP BTP
SAP Business Technology Platform – Cloud-native
Supported
Apache Kafka
On-premise Kafka clusters of all common versions. Apache Kafka ↗
Supported
Confluent Platform
Confluent Cloud and Confluent Platform on-premise. Confluent ↗
Supported
Azure Event Hubs
Kafka-compatible Azure Event Hubs endpoint
Supported
AWS MSK
Amazon Managed Streaming for Apache Kafka
Supported
SAP Edge Integration Cell
Hybrid on-premise scenarios with EIC
Supported
SAP Cloud Connector
Access on-premises Kafka brokers and schema registries through SAP Cloud Connector (SCC).
Supported
Additional Tool

KaTe Launchpad – More Control During Setup and Operations

The KaTe Launchpad extends the Kafka Adapter with an integrated toolbox for developers and operations teams, so that all key functions are accessible directly from the SAP Integration Suite.

Generator

Kafka configurations, topic structures, and SAP Integration Suite Iflow channel definitions are automatically generated, significantly reducing configuration effort and error sources.

Service List Display & Tester

The Service List Display provides an overview of all configured Kafka topics, consumer groups, and broker connections, while the integrated tester enables sending and receiving Kafka messages directly from the SAP Integration Suite.

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SAP Technology & Migration Consulting –
Future-Proof Integration

KaTe GmbH is your expert partner for SAP technology and migration projects. Our focus is on the secure and seamless transformation of existing SAP PO landscapes to the modern SAP Integration Suite – including the SAP Edge Integration Cell for hybrid integration scenarios.

  • Migration from SAP PO to SAP Integration Suiteincluding analysis, architecture design, and technical implementation
  • Implementation and Optimization of the SAP Edge Integration Cellfor flexible and secure hybrid integration
  • SAP BTP (Business Technology Platform) ConsultingLeveraging modern services and tools for innovation and process automation
  • Technology-Based Strategy Consultingfrom cloud integration to API management
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the most important questions about the KaTe Kafka Adapter for SAP Integration Suite.

What is the Kafka Adapter for SAP Integration Suite?

As a powerful middleware component, the Kafka Adapter for SAP Integration Suite connects SAP systems bidirectionally with Apache Kafka – both cloud-native and in hybrid scenarios. Since it reliably processes event-driven data streams and enables message exchange between SAP Cloud Integration Iflows and Kafka topics, it is the ideal integration layer for modern SAP landscapes. As the successor to the KaTe Adapter for SAP Process Orchestration (SAP PO), it also offers state-of-the-art features for seamless SAP integration.

What core features does the Kafka Adapter for SAP Integration Suite offer?

With the adapter, SAP Cloud Integration Iflow messages can be published as Kafka records, and Kafka records can be subscribed to as Iflow messages. Kafka keys, headers, and payloads are automatically translated into Iflow messages – and vice versa. In addition, the following core features are available:

  • Full support for Avro, Protocol Buffers, and JSON, including schema registry and automatic schema generation
  • Topics, partitions, and reliability settings (ack mode, consumer commits) are flexibly configurable
  • Batch processing: n Kafka records as one Iflow message
  • Filtering by headers, keys, and data content
  • Fully integrated into SAP Cloud Integration, observable and debuggable
What security standards are supported?

Because regulated environments have special requirements, the Kafka Adapter for SAP Integration Suite meets the highest security standards. Specifically, the following protocols and methods are supported:

  • Kafka Security Standards: PLAIN, PLAIN_SASL, SASL_SSL, SASL-Plain/SASL-SCRAM
  • OAuth2 and client certificate authentication for broker and service registry connections
  • Field-Level Encryption (CSFLE) and Payload Encryption (CSPE) for sensitive data
  • Compliance-ready for SOC 2, GDPR, and ISO 27001

Technical Details & Comparison

How does the adapter support high performance and error handling?

Thanks to integrated batch processing, filtering, and flow control, the adapter delivers high-performance streaming even at high data volumes, so that even large amounts of data are reliably processed. Messages can be filtered by headers, keys, or data content and bundled into optimized batches.

For stable data processing, both automated and manual error handling are available. Serialization errors, data transformation errors, or Iflow errors can be forwarded to an error destination or deduplicated, so that continuous operation is always guaranteed.

How does the KaTe Adapter differ from the SAP standard Kafka adapter?

While the SAP standard Kafka adapter covers only basic functions, the KaTe Kafka Adapter offers significantly more flexibility and depth. Specifically, these include:

  • Support for arbitrary stream positions and freely definable group names
  • Compatibility with Avro, Protocol Buffers, JSON, and schema registries with automatic schema generation
  • Batch processing in a single Iflow execution
  • Advanced error handling – both manual and automated – including for deserialization errors
  • Filtering and deduplication for higher data quality and optimized data throughput
  • Field-Level and Payload Encryption (CSFLE/CSPE)
  • Flexible private network access to Kafka brokers, schema registries, and OAuth 2.0 identity providers through SAP Cloud Connector.
How does SAP Cloud Connector support hybrid Kafka integration?

The KaTe Kafka Adapter supports SAP Cloud Connector for hybrid integration scenarios. It enables SAP Cloud Integration and SAP Edge Integration Cell to reach on-premises Kafka brokers, schema registries, and OAuth 2.0 identity providers without exposing them directly to the public internet.

Is the KaTe Kafka Adapter SAP Roadmap Compatible?

Yes, the KaTe Kafka Adapter is available for both SAP Process Orchestration and the SAP Integration Suite. Existing SAP PO integrations can therefore be transferred to the Integration Suite without significant migration effort, adjustments, or refactoring.

You determine your own timeline and roadmap. Because your investments in SAP PO integrations are fully preserved, neither unforeseen risks nor commercial follow-up questions arise.

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Confluent Parallel Consumer Adapter for SAP Integration Suite

Confluent Parallel Consumer Adapter for SAP Integration Suite – KaTe GmbH
SAP Integration Suite (CPI)

Confluent Parallel Consumer Adapter for
SAP Integration Suite

Achieve 10–500x higher throughput than the SAP standard adapter. By leveraging parallelization at the record-key level, Avro, Protocol Buffers, Schema Registry, and automated error handling, you ensure maximum performance in SAP Integration Suite and Edge Integration Cell.

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Architecture Overview
SAP Cloud
Integration
Iflow / EIC
parallel
KaTe Confluent
Parallel Consumer
SAP CPI
Kafka Protocol
Confluent /
Apache Kafka
Cloud · On-Premise · EIC
10–500x Throughput Avro / Protobuf Schema Registry Batch Processing SASL_SSL OAuth2 Error Handling
Features

High-Throughput Kafka Integration –
10–500x More Throughput Than SAP Standard

The KaTe Confluent Parallel Consumer Adapter includes all functions of the Kafka Adapter. Additionally, it supplements these with parallelizable processing capabilities for maximum throughput.

Publish & Subscribe
SAP Cloud Integration Iflow messages are published as Kafka records, while Kafka records are subscribed to as Iflow messages. During this process, Kafka Key, Header, and Data are fully translated into Iflow Messages.
  • Configurable topics, partitions, and ack mode
  • Customizable consumer commits
  • Wildcards and durable subscriptions
  • Processing from beginning, end, or any position
Parallelization & Throughput
Because parallelization occurs at the record-key level instead of the partition level, a 10–500x higher throughput is achieved for single and batched records. Consequently, this happens without losing the functional order of related records.
  • 10–500x Higher Throughput
  • Parallelization at record-key level
  • Configurable thread pool
  • Batch processing (n records per Iflow)
Security
Since enterprise environments demand the highest security standards, all common Kafka security protocols for broker and ServiceRegistry connections are supported. This includes both OAuth2 and Client Certificate Authentication.
  • PLAIN, PLAIN_SASL, SASL_SSL
  • SASL-Plain / SASL-SCRAM
  • OAuth2 Authentication
  • Client Certificate Authentication
Filtering & Flow Control
Gain full control over throughput and processing order. Kafka records can be filtered before triggering an integration, ensuring that only relevant messages are processed.
  • Filtering by headers, keys, and data contents
  • Deduplication via offset or record header
  • Freely definable group names
  • Unordered and ordered scenarios
Automated Error Handling
Errors during deserialization, data transformation, or downstream processing can be handled automatically. Therefore, non-blocking and asynchronous processing is guaranteed even with faulty records.
  • Error forwarding to Error Topic / Dead Letter Topic
  • Deserialization errors automatically handleable
  • Non-blocking and asynchronous processing
  • Fine-grained error strategies configurable
Avro, Protocol Buffers & Schema Registry
Typical binary data formats are supported with Kafka-specific optimizations. As a result, Avro and Protocol Buffers are directly translated into XML – and vice versa.
  • Avro and Protocol Buffers support
  • Schema Registry integration
  • Integrated schema generation tool
  • JSON to XML transformation
Architecture

Processing Models Compared –
Standard vs. Parallel Consumer

The KaTe Confluent Parallel Consumer Adapter offers three processing models: Partition-Based Processing (SAP Standard), Key-Ordered Processing, and Unordered Processing. Thus, it provides maximum flexibility for different requirements.

Verarbeitungsmodelle: Partition-Based Processing (1 Partition = 1 Thread), Key-Ordered Processing (Ordered per Message Key), Unordered Processing (Concurrent & Unordered)
Advantages

Why the Confluent Parallel Consumer Adapter
is the Right Choice

High-throughput Kafka integration with SAP Integration Suite – without increasing the partition count, with complete error handling and Avro/Protobuf support.

1
10–500x Higher Throughput
Because parallelization occurs at the record-key level instead of the partition level, a drastically higher throughput is achieved – without increasing the partition count and with only a single consumer.
2
Automated Error Handling
Errors during deserialization, data transformation, or downstream processing are automatically forwarded to an error topic or dead letter topic – non-blocking and without any operational disruption.
3
Avro, Protocol Buffers & Schema Registry
Typical binary data formats are fully supported, so integrated schema generation tools can be used directly without third-party tools.
4
Easy Migration from SAP PO
Existing interfaces can be easily imported because the adapter is fully compatible with the SAP Integration Suite – investments in SAP PO integrations can be easily transferred.
Comparison

KaTe vs. SAP Standard

Feature KaTe Adapter SAP Standard
Parallelism Model
Record-Key-Level
Partition-Level
Throughput Scaling
10–500x higher
Partition increase required
Automated Error Handling
✓ Yes
✗ No
Avro / Protocol Buffers
✓ Yes
✗ No
Batch Processing
✓ Yes
✗ No
Filtering & Deduplication
✓ Yes
✗ No
Freely Definable Group Names
✓ Yes
✗ No
Advanced Monitoring
Consumer Lag, 1:1 Record-Tracking
✗ Not supported
Summary

Summary

FeatureSAP Standard Kafka AdapterConfluent Parallel Consumer Adapter
Parallelism modelLimited by number of Kafka partitionsConfigurable thread pool enables high parallelism with a single consumer
Ordering guaranteesOrdering guaranteed only per partitionOrdering guaranteed at message key level (optional), with parallel execution across different keys
Throughput scalingRequires increasing partition count for scalingScales without increasing partitions; up to 10–500x higher throughput possible.
Iflow executionBlocked calls partially or completely stop message processingNon-blocking and asynchronous processing without message processing being blocked by errors or individual "slow" records.
Automated Error handlingNot supported, some errors are not directly visible (deserialization)Error handling for deserialization / data transformation or iflow execution errors can be set automatically. Errors are then logged (as error messages) and ignored or forwarded to an error topic/dead letter topic.
Offset /Group Name controlNot supportedAny type of start possible (start, end) of the offset or reprocessing of arbitrary offsets. Group names freely definable.
Message acknowledgmentOffset commits at partition levelFine-grained, message-level acknowledgment and processing control
Advanced MonitoringNot supportedRich monitoring user experience (consumer lag, 1:1 recognition of which Kafka record generated which Iflow execution at a glance and out of the box)
FilteringNot supported, nur manuel in jedem einzelnen iflow implementierbarFiltering with headers or data contents to avoid unnecessary message load
Avro/Protobuf and JSON with schema registryNot supportedSupported, including data transformation and schema generation to XML
Getting Started

Getting Started – flexibel skalieren

1
Request Free Trial

Contact us – within 48 hours you will receive access to the adapter for your test environment.

2
Install Adapter

Installation in your SAP Integration Suite is completed in just a few steps. Furthermore, our team will support you during onboarding.

3
Go Live

Initial productive scenarios start quickly. Consequently, you can scale as needed – without upfront investments.

Compatibility

Supported Platforms & Kafka Distributions

Whether Confluent Cloud, Apache Kafka, or Azure Event Hubs – the KaTe Confluent Parallel Consumer Adapter is compatible with all common Kafka distributions and SAP platforms.

SAP Integration Suite
SAP Cloud Integration (CPI) – fully integrated
Supported
SAP Edge Integration Cell
Hybrid on-premise/cloud scenarios (EIC)
Supported
Confluent Platform
Confluent Cloud and on-premise with Schema Registry
Supported
Apache Kafka
Open Source Apache Kafka – all versions
Supported
Azure Event Hubs
Azure Event Hubs with Kafka protocol
Supported
AWS MSK
Amazon Managed Streaming for Apache Kafka
Supported
SAP BTP
SAP Business Technology Platform – Cloud-native
Supported
Avro / Protocol Buffers
Binary data formats with Schema Registry
Supported
Additional Tool

KaTe Launchpad – more control during setup and operations

The KaTe Launchpad extends the Confluent Parallel Consumer Adapter with an integrated toolbox for developers and operations teams. As a result, all key functions are accessible directly from the SAP Integration Suite.

Generator

Kafka configurations, topic structures, schema definitions, and SAP Integration Suite Iflow channel definitions are generated automatically. Therefore, the configuration effort for new Kafka integration scenarios is significantly reduced, accelerating deployment.

Service List Display & Tester

The Service List Display provides an overview of all configured Kafka topics, consumer groups, broker connections, and Schema Registry entries. Meanwhile, the integrated tester enables sending and receiving Kafka records directly from the SAP Integration Suite.

SAP Consulting

SAP Technology and Migration Consulting –
Future-Proof Integration

KaTe GmbH is your competent partner for SAP technology and migration projects. Our focus lies on the secure and smooth transformation of existing SAP PO landscapes to the modern SAP Integration Suite.

  • Migration from SAP PO to SAP Integration Suite – including analysis, architecture design, and technical implementation
  • Implementation and optimization of the SAP Edge Integration Cell – for flexible and secure hybrid integration
  • SAP BTP Consulting – use of modern services and tools for innovation and process automation
  • Technology-based Strategy Consulting – from cloud integration to API management
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Structured Migration Without Operational Disruption

We analyze your existing Kafka interfaces in SAP PO and develop a structured migration plan for the SAP Integration Suite. Consequently, your Kafka integrations are migrated without operational disruption.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the most important questions about the KaTe Confluent Parallel Consumer Adapter for SAP Integration Suite.

What is the Confluent Parallel Consumer Adapter for SAP Integration Suite?

As a specialized high-throughput extension of the KaTe Kafka Adapter, the KaTe Confluent Parallel Consumer Adapter optimizes processing on SAP Integration Suite or Edge Integration Cell (EIC). It contains all functionalities of the KaTe Kafka Adapter and supplements them with parallelizable processing functions for high throughput – up to 10–500x more than the SAP standard adapter.

What core features does the Confluent Parallel Consumer Adapter offer?

The adapter provides the following core features:

  • Parallelization at record-key level (instead of partition level)
  • Batch processing (n records as a single Iflow message)
  • Filtering by headers, keys, and data contents
  • Deduplication via offset or record header
  • Automated Error Handling (Error Topic / Dead Letter Topic)
  • Avro/Protocol Buffers with Schema Registry and automatic schema generation
Which security standards are supported?

Because enterprise environments demand the highest security standards, the adapter supports all common Kafka security protocols: PLAIN, PLAIN_SASL, SASL_SSL, SASL-Plain/SASL-SCRAM, OAuth2, as well as Client Certificate Authentication for broker and ServiceRegistry connections.

How does the adapter support high performance and error handling?

Since parallelization occurs at the record-key level, the adapter enables 10–500x higher throughput for single and batched records without losing the functional order of related records. Furthermore, errors during deserialization, data transformation, or downstream processing can be automatically forwarded to an error destination or documented and ignored – non-blocking and asynchronous.

How does the adapter differ from standard SAP Cloud Integration adapters?

While the SAP standard adapter parallelizes at the partition level, the KaTe Confluent Parallel Consumer Adapter offers compared to the SAP standard:

  • 10–500x higher throughput without increasing the partition count
  • Parallelization without blocking by individual "slow" records
  • Automated error handling even for deserialization errors
  • Avro/Protobuf support with Schema Registry
  • Batch processing in a single Iflow execution
  • Filtering and deduplication at high data throughput
  • Freely definable group names and arbitrary stream positions
On which SAP platforms does the Confluent Parallel Consumer Adapter run?

The adapter is compatible with SAP Cloud Integration (CPI) and SAP Edge Integration Cell (EIC). Thus, both pure cloud scenarios and hybrid on-premise/cloud environments are covered. Furthermore, it is listed in the SAP App Center and therefore officially available as an SAP partner solution.

Which Kafka distributions are supported?

Whether Confluent Cloud, Apache Kafka (all versions), Azure Event Hubs with Kafka protocol, or AWS MSK – the adapter is compatible with all common Kafka distributions, as it uses the standardized Kafka protocol. Additionally, Confluent Platform on-premise with Schema Registry is fully supported.

How does Avro and Protocol Buffers support work?

The adapter supports Avro and Protocol Buffers natively, so binary data formats are directly translated into XML – and vice versa. Thanks to the integrated Schema Registry integration and the included schema generation tool, manual schema maintenance is eliminated. Meanwhile, JSON-to-XML transformation is also available out of the box.

How does installation and deployment work?

After starting the 30-day trial, you will receive access to the adapter within 48 hours. Installation in your SAP Integration Suite is completed in just a few steps, as the KaTe team supports you during onboarding. Initial productive scenarios typically start within a few days – without upfront investments or lengthy project phases.

What licensing models are available for the Confluent Parallel Consumer Adapter?

The KaTe Confluent Parallel Consumer Adapter is available as a flexible license based on your actual usage volume. After the free 30-day trial, you can choose between different licensing options. Contact us for an individual offer so we can find the right model for your requirements together.

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Ready for High-Throughput Kafka Integration?

Contact us for a free 30-day trial or a personal advisory call. We set up your test environment within 48 hours.

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Kafka Adapter for SAP PO

Kafka Adapter for SAP PO – SAP Integration | KaTe GmbH
SAP Adapter

Kafka Adapter
for SAP PO

Bidirectional SAP-Kafka integration – on-premise and in the SAP Integration Suite

Seamlessly connect SAP Process Orchestration with Apache Kafka. Publish and subscribe to PO messages as Kafka records, full security standards, in-order processing at key level and Avro/Protobuf support – without third-party tools.

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SASL/SSL Security
High-Performance & Resilience
Avro · Protobuf · JSON
Features

All features of the KaTe Kafka Adapter for SAP PO

The KaTe Kafka Adapter for SAP PO provides a complete solution for bidirectional integration of your SAP system landscape with Apache Kafka – without dependency on third-party tools.

Core Functions: Publish & Subscribe

The adapter enables bidirectional publishing of PO messages as Kafka records and subscribing to Kafka records as PO messages. Kafka key, header, and data are translated into PO messages and vice versa.

  • Customizable topics, partitions, and ack mode/consumer commits
  • Fully integrated into SAP PO/NetWeaver functionality
  • Message processing observable without third-party tools

Enterprise-Standard Security

The adapter supports all common Kafka security standards and is therefore compatible with the security requirements of any enterprise.

  • PLAIN, PLAIN_SASL, SASL_SSL
  • SASL-Plain/SASL-SCRAM, Oauthbearer, Kerberos
  • Client Certificate Authentication

High Performance & Flow Control

Maintain full control over your message throughput and protect your backend systems from overload.

  • Filtering by headers, keys, and data content
  • Batch processing: n records as a single PO message
  • Polling interval and record count/time unit customizable

Full control during execution

Process records from the beginning or end of the stream or from any position – with full transparency over the consumer lag.

  • Processing and reprocessing of records
  • Deduplication via offset or record header
  • Group names freely definable (no vendor lock-in)
  • Consumer lag per sender channel without third-party tools

In-order processing at key/header level

High performance while maintaining message order down to the backend system. Faulty records do not block the entire stream.

  • EOIO support at partition and key level
  • Finer sorting within the partition at key/header level
  • Faulty ID isolated – all other records continue processing

Avro, Protobuf, JSON & Schema registries

Support for typical binary data formats with Kafka-specific optimizations. The adapter translates Avro and Protocol Buffers into XML and vice versa.

  • Avro and Protobuf ↔ XML transformation
  • Integrated schema generation tool
  • Schema registry support
  • JSON ↔ XML transformation
Additional tool

KaTe Launchpad – more control in building and operating Kafka scenarios

The KaTe Launchpad extends the Kafka adapter with an integrated toolbox that simplifies daily tasks for developers and operators – directly within the SAP environment, without external tools.

Generator

Automatic generation of Kafka configurations, schemas, and integration objects – saves development time and reduces errors.

Service list display & tester

Clear overview of all Kafka services with integrated test function – validate and debug scenarios directly from the interface.

Benefits

Easy to start – flexible to scale

All KaTe adapters are designed to be quickly operational – from inquiry to productive operation.

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Request free trial
Contact us by email or phone. We will set up your personal free trial within 48 hours.
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2
Install adapter
Simple installation in your SAP PO or Integration Suite environment. No third-party tool required.
Plug & Play
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Go live
Bidirectional SAP-Kafka integration running. Full control over topics, security, and message order.
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Why KaTe

Easy to start –
flexible to scale

All KaTe adapters are designed to be quickly operational and adapt to your requirements – on-premise and in the cloud.

No vendor lock-in – group names freely definable
No third-party tools required
SAP PO and SAP Integration Suite compatible
Worldwide available – global deployment
KaTe Launchpad – integrated tools for setup & operation
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Compatibility

SAP roadmap compatible

The KaTe Kafka adapter is available for current and future SAP platforms. Protect your investments and migrate at your own pace.

SAP Process Orchestration (PO)

Full support for SAP PO. Existing interfaces can continue to be used without adjustment.

SAP Integration Suite (CPI)

Seamless migration from SAP PO to SAP Integration Suite. Developed interfaces continue to work without refactoring.

Migration flexibility

Set your own schedule. Investments in SAP PO integrations can be seamlessly transferred to the Integration Suite.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about the KaTe Kafka Adapter

Answers to the most important questions about the Kafka Adapter for SAP PO and the SAP Integration Suite.

The Kafka Adapter for SAP PO enables seamless bidirectional connection of your SAP system landscape to Apache Kafka, both on-premise and in the SAP Integration Suite. It facilitates the exchange of PO messages with Kafka records, including translation of Kafka Key, Header, and Data into SAP PO messages. This allows companies to efficiently integrate event-driven data streams into their SAP processes.
Yes, the Kafka Adapter supports all common Kafka security standards: PLAIN, PLAIN_SASL, SASL_SSL, SASL-Plain/SASL-SCRAM, Oauthbearer, Kerberos, as well as Client Certificate Authentication. This ensures the integration is compatible with the security requirements of any company and guarantees secure data exchange.
The Kafka Adapter offers powerful features such as batch processing, filtering by header, key, and data content, as well as adjustment of polling intervals and message count per time unit. This allows individual control of message throughput and performance optimization without overloading backend systems.
Yes, the adapter supports binary data formats such as Avro and Protocol Buffers as well as JSON. It enables translation of these formats into XML and vice versa. Thanks to an integrated schema registry and a schema generation tool, Avro and Protobuf schemas can be easily transformed – ideal for complex integration scenarios.
The Kafka Adapter is fully SAP roadmap compliant and available for both SAP PO and the SAP Integration Suite. Existing interfaces can be adopted without major adjustments. Companies can plan their migration strategy flexibly without high risks or unexpected costs.
The adapter ensures that message order (EOIO) is maintained down to the backend system. While Kafka topics guarantee order within a partition, the adapter enables even finer sorting at key and header level. Faulty messages do not block the entire stream but only the affected record.
With batch processing, filtering, throughput control, and polling interval settings, you maintain full control over your data flow. This helps to process messages selectively while optimally utilizing backend systems.
The adapter translates Avro and Protobuf data into XML and vice versa. With an integrated schema registry, schemas are automatically generated and managed, allowing binary formats to be seamlessly integrated into SAP PO processes.
Yes, the adapter is designed for high performance and resilience. Through batch processing, filtering, and flow control, scalable and stable processing of large data streams is ensured.
Yes, the adapter is SAP roadmap compliant and supports both current SAP PO environments and future developments of the SAP Integration Suite. This prepares companies well for upcoming technologies and integration strategies.
SAP Consulting

SAP Technology and Migration Consulting

The KaTe GmbH is your competent partner for SAP technology and migration projects. Our focus is on the secure and smooth transformation of existing SAP PO landscapes to the modern SAP Integration Suite – including the SAP Edge Integration Cell for hybrid integration scenarios.

  • Migration from SAP PO to SAP Integration Suite – including analysis, architecture design, and technical implementation
  • Implementation and optimization of the SAP Edge Integration Cell for hybrid integration scenarios
  • Technology-based strategy consulting – from cloud integration to API management
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We support you in the migration – from analysis through architecture design to technical implementation.

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Further Information:

SAP Appcenter listing: Kate Kafka Adapter for SAP PO im SAP Appcenter

Our Blog on SAP Community: Hook your SAP landscape to Azure Event Hubs with KaTe Kafka Adapter & SAP PO

Confluent marketplace: KaTe Kafka Adapter for SAP Integration Suite & Process Orchestration

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KaTe Confluent Parallel Consumer Adapter for SAP IS

KaTe Confluent Parallel Consumer Adapter for SAP Integration Suite

Die KaTe GmbH hat einen Adaper für Apache Kafka by Confluent entwickelt für maximale Messages Übertragung auf der SAP Integration Suite

SAP integrations are great — until throughput becomes the bottleneck!

The Confluent Parallel Consumer Adapter for SAP Integration Suite (incl. Edge Integration Cell) enables massively parallel Kafka consumption for high-throughput scenarios.

Key highlights:
– Parallel processing (down to record-key level, optional without ordering)
– Avro / Protobuf / JSON + Schema Registry support, incl. transformations and XML schema generation
– Fully traceable & debuggable in the iFlow context
– Modern Kafka security options (e.g., SASL, OAuth2, client certificates)

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