Which of the following API types does SAP recommend to use to achieve clean core...

SAP recommends usingODataandSOAPAPIs to achieve clean core integrations with SAP SuccessFactors. These API types are designed to work within the SAP ecosystem and support integration scenarios without impacting the core system structure.

OData API

ODatais a REST-based API standard and is SAP’s preferred choice for modern, scalable, and lightweight integrations, especially within SuccessFactors. It is ideal for clean core integrations that interact with business data.

SOAP API

SOAPis a widely used API protocol in SAP integrations and is highly structured, making it suitable for clean and stable integrations. Many SuccessFactors services support SOAP, especially for HR and payroll-related integrations.

Why Other Options Are Incorrect

Option B (IDoc)andOption C (RFC)are older SAP interface protocols typically used for SAP ECC or SAP S/4HANA on-premise integrations, but they are not generally recommended for SuccessFactors clean core cloud integrations.

Reference Documentation

SAP SuccessFactors Integration Guide onOData and SOAP API Usage.