SAP ByDesign MCP Server by CData

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About SAP ByDesign MCP Server by CData

This project builds a read-only MCP server. For full read, write, update, delete, and action capabilities and a simplified setup, check out our free CData MCP Server for SAP ByDesign (beta): https://www.cdata.com/download/download.aspx?sku=UYZK-V&type=beta

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Config

Add this server to your MCP-compatible client using the configuration below.

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "{classname_dash}": {
      "command": "PATH\\TO\\java.exe",
      "args": [
        "-jar",
        "PATH\\TO\\CDataMCP-jar-with-dependencies.jar",
        "PATH\\TO\\sap-bydesign.prp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

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Overview

What is SAP ByDesign MCP Server by CData?

SAP ByDesign MCP Server by CData is a read-only MCP server that allows LLMs like Claude Desktop to query live SAP ByDesign data through natural language, without writing SQL. It uses the CData JDBC Driver for SAP ByDesign to expose the data as relational SQL models.

How to use SAP ByDesign MCP Server by CData?

Clone the repository, build with Maven (mvn clean install), download and install the CData JDBC Driver for SAP ByDesign, license it, and create a .prp file with the connection string. Then configure the MCP client (e.g., Claude Desktop) to run the JAR with the property file. The server uses stdio transport and must run on the same machine as the client.

Key features of SAP ByDesign MCP Server by CData

Read-only access to live SAP ByDesign data
Natural language querying via LLMs
Exposes SAP ByDesign as relational SQL models
Built with CData JDBC Driver
Maven-based build and deployment
Uses stdio transport for local clients

Use cases of SAP ByDesign MCP Server by CData

Query account details and opportunities without SQL
Retrieve open support tickets and project data
Integrate SAP ByDesign data into AI desktop assistants
Analyze correlations between sales metrics and account industry

FAQ from SAP ByDesign MCP Server by CData

What does SAP ByDesign MCP Server by CData do?

It lets AI clients like Claude Desktop read live SAP ByDesign data by asking questions in natural language, using the CData JDBC Driver to convert the data into SQL tables.

Is the server read-only?

Yes, this version is read-only. For full read, write, update, delete, and action capabilities, CData offers a separate free beta MCP Server for SAP ByDesign.

What are the dependencies?

You need Java, Maven, and the CData JDBC Driver for SAP ByDesign (which must be installed and licensed). The server runs on Windows, Mac, or Linux.

How do I configure the connection?

Create a .prp file with the JDBC driver path, driver class (cdata.jdbc.sapbydesign.SAPByDesignDriver), and the JDBC URL (obtained via the driver’s connection string utility). The file also requires a prefix and server name.

Why can't I see the server in Claude Desktop?

Fully quit Claude Desktop (use Task Manager on Windows, Activity Monitor on Mac) and reopen it. Also ensure the claude_desktop_config.json file is correctly placed and the JAR path is correct.

Frequently asked questions

What does SAP ByDesign MCP Server by CData do?

It lets AI clients like Claude Desktop read live SAP ByDesign data by asking questions in natural language, using the CData JDBC Driver to convert the data into SQL tables.

Is the server read-only?

Yes, this version is read-only. For full read, write, update, delete, and action capabilities, CData offers a separate free beta MCP Server for SAP ByDesign.

What are the dependencies?

You need Java, Maven, and the CData JDBC Driver for SAP ByDesign (which must be installed and licensed). The server runs on Windows, Mac, or Linux.

How do I configure the connection?

Create a `.prp` file with the JDBC driver path, driver class (`cdata.jdbc.sapbydesign.SAPByDesignDriver`), and the JDBC URL (obtained via the driver’s connection string utility). The file also requires a prefix and server name.

Why can't I see the server in Claude Desktop?

Fully quit Claude Desktop (use Task Manager on Windows, Activity Monitor on Mac) and reopen it. Also ensure the `claude_desktop_config.json` file is correctly placed and the JAR path is correct.

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