Request for Assistance Extending SAP Certificate Validity

[Sankaran_]

Dear SAP Certification Team,

I hope this message finds you well.

My SAP certification (linked below) is set to expire on March 31, and I would like to extend its validity. However, the system prompts me to have an Active SAP Learning Subscription (SAP LH). As a freelancer with over 10 years of hands-on experience in this specific product, I would like to clarify:

Is the SAP Learning Subscription mandatory to renew this certification?

If so, are there alternative pathways for experienced professionals to extend certification validity without this subscription?

The current cost of the SAP LH subscription (₹1.12 lakh INR) for an individual contributor, especially as it exceeds the certification fee by nearly fourfold. Also, SAP LH does not appear to be available for individual purchase, creating a significant barrier for freelancers like myself.

I have recently completed two additional certifications (details available upon request) and remain committed to maintaining my credentials. Could you advise if there are:

Exemptions for professionals with extensive experience?

Alternative assessments or renewal options without SAP LH?

Any upcoming programs for individual/affordable renewal pathways?

Your guidance would help me retain my certification and continue contributing to the SAP ecosystem.

Certificate Details:
https://www.credly.com/badges/99100aa7-dc1f-4d08-8aff-55397bfb6c43/public_url

Thank you for your time and support.
Best regards,
Sankaran A

[SaschaZ]

Dear Sankaran,

is the following Answer helpful?

https://community.sap.com/t5/sap-learning-q-a/stay-certified-is-an-sap-learning-hub-subscription-req...

Thanks Sascha