1. Requirements Gathering: Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand their pricing requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
2. Solution Design: Design and architect pricing solutions within SAP S/4HANA, considering best practices, industry standards, and business requirements. This involves configuring pricing procedures, condition types, and access sequences to meet the specific needs of the organization.
3. Configuration: Configure pricing settings in SAP S/4HANA, including condition tables, condition records, pricing routines, and pricing rules. Ensure that the pricing configuration aligns with the business processes and supports efficient order-to-cash operations.
4. Integration: Work closely with other SAP modules such as Materials Management (MM), Finance (FI), and Controlling (CO) to ensure seamless integration of pricing functionality across the enterprise landscape.
5. Testing: Develop and execute test plans to validate the pricing configuration and functionality. Conduct unit testing, integration testing, and user acceptance testing to ensure accuracy and reliability.
6. Documentation: Create comprehensive documentation of the pricing solution, including configuration guides, user manuals, and training materials. Ensure that all relevant stakeholders have access to the documentation and understand how to use the pricing functionality effectively.
7. Optimization: Continuously monitor and optimize the pricing solution to improve performance, accuracy, and user experience. Identify areas for enhancement and implement changes as needed to address evolving business requirements.
8. Training and Support: Provide training and support to end users, super users, and support teams on pricing-related processes and functionality. Address any issues or questions related to pricing configuration and usage.
9. Compliance and Governance: Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal governance policies related to pricing, discounts, and promotions. Implement controls and checks to prevent pricing errors and unauthorized discounts.
10. Stay Updated: Stay informed about the latest developments in SAP S/4HANA and pricing best practices. Attend training sessions, conferences, and seminars to enhance knowledge and skills in pricing architecture and SAP technologies.

Overall, the role of a SAP S/4HANA SD OTC Pricing Architect is critical for ensuring that the pricing functionality within SAP S/4HANA is aligned with the business goals and supports efficient order processing and revenue generation processes.