ABAP ADT API
An MCP server that enables seamless communication between ABAP systems and MCP clients using the ABAP Development Tools (ADT) API. It provides tools for managing ABAP objects, handling transport requests, and performing code analysis directly through
What is ABAP ADT API?
ABAP ADT API is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows AI assistants like Claude, Cursor, and VS Code to mcp server that enables seamless communication between abap systems and mcp clients using the abap development tools (adt) api. it provides tools for managing abap objects, handling transport requests...
An MCP server that enables seamless communication between ABAP systems and MCP clients using the ABAP Development Tools (ADT) API. It provides tools for managing ABAP objects, handling transport requests, and performing code analysis directly through
This server falls under the Business Applications category on MCPgee, the world's largest MCP server directory with 33,000+ servers.
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- An MCP server that enables seamless communication between AB
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Manual Installation
npx abap-adt-api-mcp-serverConfiguration
Configuration Details
claude_desktop_config.json
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How to Set Up and Use ABAP ADT API
The ABAP ADT API MCP server enables AI assistants and MCP clients to communicate directly with SAP ABAP systems using the ABAP Development Tools (ADT) REST API. It exposes a complete workflow for reading and modifying ABAP source code: searching for objects, retrieving and locking source, making edits, running syntax checks, activating changes, and managing transport requests — all without leaving your AI client. SAP developers use it to accelerate ABAP development by letting AI agents read and write production or development system code through a structured, tool-based interface.
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or later with npx in your PATH
- Access to an SAP ABAP system with ADT enabled (typically on port 44300 for HTTPS)
- Valid SAP username, password, and client number for the target system
- An MCP-compatible client such as Claude Desktop or Cursor
- Network connectivity from your machine to the SAP host (VPN if required)
Clone the repository
Clone the MCP server repository to your local machine and install its dependencies.
git clone https://github.com/mario-andreschak/mcp-abap-abap-adt-api.git
cd mcp-abap-abap-adt-api && npm installBuild the project
Compile the TypeScript source into the dist directory that the server will run from.
npm run buildSet SAP connection environment variables
Export your SAP system credentials. SAP_CLIENT and SAP_LANGUAGE are optional but recommended. Set NODE_TLS_REJECT_UNAUTHORIZED=0 only if your SAP system uses a self-signed certificate.
export SAP_URL="https://your-sap-host.example.com:44300"
export SAP_USER="your_sap_username"
export SAP_PASSWORD="your_sap_password"
export SAP_CLIENT="100"
export SAP_LANGUAGE="EN"Add the server to your MCP client configuration
Open claude_desktop_config.json and add the ABAP ADT API MCP server entry, passing all SAP credentials in the env block.
{
"mcpServers": {
"abap-adt-api": {
"command": "node",
"args": ["/absolute/path/to/mcp-abap-abap-adt-api/dist/index.js"],
"env": {
"SAP_URL": "https://your-sap-host.example.com:44300",
"SAP_USER": "your_sap_username",
"SAP_PASSWORD": "your_sap_password",
"SAP_CLIENT": "100",
"SAP_LANGUAGE": "EN"
}
}
}
}Restart your MCP client and test connectivity
Restart Claude Desktop or your client. Ask it to search for an ABAP object (e.g. a well-known function module) to confirm the ADT connection is working.
Use the standard ABAP development workflow
For safe edits: search for the object with searchObject, read source with getObjectSource, lock it with lock, update source with setObjectSource, run syntaxCheckCode, activate with activate, then unLock. Create transports with createTransport when needed.
ABAP ADT API Examples
Client configuration
claude_desktop_config.json entry for the ABAP ADT API MCP server with SAP credentials.
{
"mcpServers": {
"abap-adt-api": {
"command": "node",
"args": ["/Users/yourname/mcp-abap-abap-adt-api/dist/index.js"],
"env": {
"SAP_URL": "https://your-sap-host.example.com:44300",
"SAP_USER": "DEVELOPER",
"SAP_PASSWORD": "your_password",
"SAP_CLIENT": "100",
"SAP_LANGUAGE": "EN"
}
}
}
}Prompts to try
Example prompts that use the ABAP object search, source retrieval, syntax check, and transport tools.
- "Find the ABAP function module BAPI_CUSTOMER_GETLIST and show me its source code."
- "Check the syntax of program Z_MY_REPORT and list any errors found."
- "Lock Z_MY_REPORT, add error handling to the main processing block, then run a syntax check before activating."
- "Create a new transport request in the DEV client for package ZMYPACKAGE with description 'Bugfix for sales order processing'."
- "Get the transport information for ABAP class ZCL_SALES_HELPER and tell me which transport it is assigned to."Troubleshooting ABAP ADT API
Connection fails with UNABLE_TO_VERIFY_LEAF_SIGNATURE or self-signed certificate error
Add NODE_TLS_REJECT_UNAUTHORIZED=0 to the env block in your MCP config. This disables TLS certificate verification, which is necessary for SAP systems using self-signed certificates. Do not use this setting for production systems accessible from the internet.
setObjectSource fails with a lock conflict error
You must call the lock tool and receive a valid lock handle before updating source. If the object is already locked by another user, you will need to wait or contact the lock owner. The lock tool returns a handle that must be passed to setObjectSource.
searchObject returns no results for a known ABAP object
Ensure SAP_CLIENT is set to the correct client number where the object exists. Also verify that the ADT service is enabled on the SAP system and that your user has the necessary authorisations (S_ADT_RES profile or equivalent).
Frequently Asked Questions about ABAP ADT API
What is ABAP ADT API?
ABAP ADT API is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that mcp server that enables seamless communication between abap systems and mcp clients using the abap development tools (adt) api. it provides tools for managing abap objects, handling transport requests, and performing code analysis directly through It connects AI assistants to external tools and data sources through a standardized interface.
How do I install ABAP ADT API?
Follow the installation instructions on the ABAP ADT API GitHub repository. Clone the repo, install dependencies, and add the server config to your AI client.
Which AI clients work with ABAP ADT API?
ABAP ADT API works with all major MCP-compatible AI clients including Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code (GitHub Copilot), Windsurf, and Cline.
Is ABAP ADT API free to use?
Yes, ABAP ADT API is open source and available under the MIT License license. You can use it freely in both personal and commercial projects.
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