What is the difference between SAP FICO and SAP HANA (Simple Finance)?

SAP FICO focuses on financial accounting and controlling tasks, while SAP HANA (Simple Finance) is a suite of applications on the SAP HANA platform that streamlines financial processes in real-time. FICO manages financial transactions and reporting, while Simple Finance integrates financial and operational data for enhanced decision-making. Understanding these differences helps in selecting the right solution for specific business needs. 

SAP FICO and SAP HANA (Simple Finance) are different in their focus and functionality. SAP FICO, which stands for Financial Accounting and Controlling, is a module within SAP ERP that handles financial accounting and reporting functions. On the other hand, SAP HANA (Simple Finance) is an advanced version of SAP's financial management module that runs on the SAP HANA platform, offering real-time financial data processing, analysis, and reporting capabilities. While SAP FICO is more traditional and focuses on financial accounting and controlling processes, SAP HANA (Simple Finance) leverages in-memory technology for faster, more efficient financial operations and analytics.