SAP R/3 Experts in Austria
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Austria, who have recently used SAP R/3
Alexander Kohl
Last position:
Senior Manager, Project Management, Scrum, Recruiting, Business Development, Sales at Accilium GmbH
- Focus on digital transformation in the energy and mobility sector, including SAP R3 transition to S/4HANA
- Project management and requirements engineering in the energy sector (workshops, requirement specification creation, process development)
- Advice on the mobility strategy for public transport/transport of Stadtwerke Wien
- Development of digital strategies for after-sales program at Daimler-Benz
Gudrun Gradinger
Last position:
Central Procurement, Paper Industry at Anonymous
- EUDR/EUTR system adaptation
- Training
- Process optimization / central procurement
- Framework agreements
Anton Larch
Last position:
Self-employed at Controlling Lab eU
Business intelligence and digitization projects
Controlling as a Service
Financial accounting and payroll
Interim management
Business Intelligence Competence Team (2025) at a food retail company (EUR 21bn revenue, 52k employees): project work at the interface between the finance department and the IT service provider; various implementation projects in reporting and business intelligence
Consulting services (2025) for a biotech startup (EUR 5m revenue, 25 employees): optimizing and automating accounting and controlling processes; introduction of a central data warehouse system for planning and reporting
Consulting services (2025) in the broadcasting and telecommunications industry (EUR 130m revenue, 200 employees): analysis and troubleshooting of financial processes in the BSS system (customer management and billing system)
Consulting services (2024) in the broadcasting and telecommunications industry (EUR 130m revenue, 200 employees): transfer and implementation of cost accounting into a new database system
Thomas Winkler
Last position:
SAP Solution Architect, Focused Build Coach, Senior Consultant at Support 4 Enterprises
Jochen Hackl
Last position:
Group CFO at SPORTALM
- Company Transformation & Digitalization
- Implement a state-of-the-art finance structure
- Strategy & Business Planning
- All aspects of finance & accounting operations, IT, Legal, HR, Production and family office
António José Rodrigues Fernandes
Last position:
QM Manager at cloudWerkstatt GmbH
- Setup of QM system ISO 9001:2015
Timo Casanova
Last position:
Freelancer (SAP and AI) at Timo Casanova e.U.
Specialized in SAP architecture, SAP Basis, S4, SAP Migration - R3 and IT infrastructure (on-premise and cloud)
Leading complex SAP S/4HANA implementation and migration projects
Consulting on and optimizing SAP landscapes for large enterprises
Developing custom IT infrastructure solutions for SAP environments
Managing projects from concept to go-live, including post-implementation support, ensuring best practices
Nathalie Muthmann-Burkhardt
Last position:
Interim Head of Group Accounting at Doppelmayr SE
- Consolidation and preparation of consolidated financial statements according to IFRS (Lucanet)
- Coordination of closing procedures for year-end closing
- Monthly liquidity reporting
- Building and training of a new team
- Working on a new team structure with EY
- Communication with business partners, tax advisor and external auditors
Klaus Schrittesser
Last position:
Interim Management "Director Carpentry" at ELKAYINTERIORSYSTEMS
- Operational responsibility in furniture sourcing for procurement – strategic and operational, logistics, quality, ERP systems, project management
- Business process optimization
- Optimization of the used ERP system
- Employee development and coaching
Michael Handl
Last position:
Voest AG
SAP S/4HANA authorizations: Project NEXUS, implementation of the authorization concept for Voest branch
Implementation of the authorization concept for Voest Bulgaria for the SAP modules FI, AM, CO, MM, SD, PP, PM, PS, QM, WM and Fiori
Design, definition and implementation in the rollout
Franz Weghofer
Last position:
SAP Expert
- Preparation of S/4 HANA for utilities
Lisa Hoffmann
Last position:
Marketing/Graphic Design
Design of print media (catalogs, flyers, brochures, posters)
Development of layouts & corporate design elements Creation of cover images, ads & promotional materials
Design for POS materials & product presentations Image editing & graphic preparation of content,
Ewald Jobst
Last position:
SAP Consultant at Freelancer
Kevin Giemza
Last position:
SAP/BlueEagle Consultant in Technical Real Estate Management at Aareon Deutschland GmbH
- SAP MM: Workflow processes
- SAP MM: SAP ordering process
- SAP MM: Invoice receipt journal
- SAP PS: SAP project management (e.g. construction projects)
- SAP PS: Budget management
- SAP RE-FX: Rent adjustment
- SAP RE-FX: Various interfaces (e.g. FM portal and Mareon)
- Project management for migration project of two company codes during live operation at SAGA Hamburg (2021)
- Project management for GWG Magdeburg migration project (R/3 to HANA) (2022)
- Subproject manager for TIM in several S/4 HANA conversion projects (2022-2024)
- Project management for SAP implementation project at SEG/WiBau Wiesbaden (2023-2024)
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Statistics of experts using SAP R/3
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
23 years
Position duration
2.7 years
Positions per freelancer
12
Top business areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Operations
Top industries
Manufacturing, Information Technology, Professional Services
Certification focus areas
Project Management, Business Intelligence, Information Technology
Bachelor's degree or higher
79%
Master's degree or higher
71%
Doctorate
14%
Certifications per freelancer
3
Most common languages
German, English, Italian
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers in this technology in Austria are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows how many freelancers charge within that range.
Average rates of experts in Austria using SAP R/3
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 30 Aug 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
About the technology
What SAP R/3 is
SAP R/3 is the classic SAP enterprise system many companies still run for finance, logistics, purchasing, sales and production. It is also searched as R/3 or, in legacy conversations, as SAP ERP. Strong professionals understand how core modules connect, how master data flows through the system, and where custom logic shapes daily operations.
Typical work
- FI and CO process support, postings and period-end work
- MM, SD and PP process mapping across departments
- Custom reports, forms and interface handling
- Authorization checks, user support and troubleshooting
- Upgrade preparation, testing and cutover tasks
Ecosystem and tools
SAP R/3 work usually touches ABAP, SAP GUI, IDoc, RFC, ALE, transport management and spool or print processes. Specialists often need to read existing enhancements, trace data issues and work with connected systems such as warehouse, payroll or external reporting tools. Clear documentation and disciplined transport handling matter more than flashy tooling.
When companies bring in freelancers
Teams usually look for freelance support when an R/3 environment is stable but understaffed, when a release is close, or when a process change needs quick hands. In Austria, this often comes up in manufacturing, trade, logistics and shared service setups where on-site knowledge and German communication help. Freelancers are also useful for holiday coverage and cleanup after long-running customizations.
What strong specialists deliver
Strong SAP R/3 professionals do more than change settings. They trace process gaps across modules, protect existing operations, and explain trade-offs in plain language.
- Functional analysis tied to business processes
- ABAP-aware troubleshooting without breaking standards
- Reliable testing, transport and cutover discipline
- Clear handover notes for internal teams
How to choose the right fit
Look for specialists who have worked in live R/3 systems, not only in training systems. They should understand custom code, user exits and the difference between a quick fix and a stable solution. For Austrian teams, check whether they can work in English, German or both, and whether they are comfortable with remote collaboration or planned on-site workshops.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about SAP R/3? Start with the answers below.
SAP R/3 is used to run core business processes such as finance, controlling, purchasing, sales, production and warehouse-related flows. Companies rely on it for daily postings, master data, reporting and process control. It is a good fit when many departments need one consistent system of record.
SAP R/3 is the older classic SAP architecture that many teams still maintain. SAP ECC came later as a broader enterprise suite, while S/4HANA is the newer generation built around a different data model and database approach. If a company still has R/3, it often needs specialists who can work with legacy custom code and older integrations.
A strong SAP R/3 specialist usually knows one or more functional areas such as FI/CO, MM, SD or PP, plus the technical side of transports, IDoc or RFC flows. ABAP reading skills help a lot, even for functional work. Good communication matters because many issues sit between business teams and system behavior.
A SAP R/3 project usually needs freelance help when internal capacity is tight, when a process change must land safely, or when a release needs extra testing and cutover support. Freelancers are also useful for short gap-filling, module-specific troubleshooting and old custom code analysis. If the system is business-critical, outside support can reduce risk fast.
SAP R/3 work can often be done remotely, especially analysis, configuration, testing support and documentation. On-site is still helpful for workshops, cutover days and complex process discussions with users. In Austria, many teams use a hybrid setup so specialists can join remotely and appear on-site when needed.
A good SAP R/3 freelancer often brings ABAP literacy, process mapping, testing discipline and experience with interfaces like IDoc or RFC. Depending on the task, they may also know printing, authorizations, transport management and data migration. That mix helps them work across both functional and technical questions.
For SAP R/3, ask for examples of live-system work, not just configuration descriptions. Strong experts explain how they reduced risk, handled transports, tested changes and supported users after go-live. If they can describe the business process and the system impact clearly, that is a good sign.
Yes, SAP R/3 is still relevant wherever long-lived SAP landscapes remain in production. Many companies continue to depend on it for finance and operational processes, even while planning future migration steps. That creates ongoing demand for specialists who understand both the legacy platform and the business rules built on top of it.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Austria who have used SAP R/3 in their recent projects is 124 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 995 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Austria who have used SAP R/3 in their recent projects, 79% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 71% hold at least a Master's degree, and 14% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Austria who have used SAP R/3 in their recent projects have 23 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.7 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Austria who have used SAP R/3 in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and Italian (29%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Austria who have used SAP R/3 in their recent projects are Manufacturing (71%), Information Technology (57%), and Professional Services (50%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Austria who have used SAP R/3 in their recent projects are Information Technology (86%), Project Management (86%), and Operations (71%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used SAP R/3
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