The AZ-120 certification is a Microsoft Azure for SAP Workloads Specialty certification. The 2026 exam is highly scenario-based with a concentrated focus on core concepts, requiring no extensive long-term systematic study. By grasping the three core elements—"two high-scoring modules + scenario mapping + practice with past exam questions"—you can quickly improve your score in 7-10 days, easily surpassing the 700-point passing mark.

The SPOTO guide will break down the AZ-120 certification from modules such as exam information, preparation arrangements, and core exam points, helping you pass on your first try!

1. Basic exam information

Exam format: 40-60 questions, 180 minutes, question types including single choice, multiple choice, drag and drop, scenario analysis, closed book computer-based exam

Passing score: 700/1000 points. Multiple choice questions with missing or incorrect answers will not be scored, and situational questions have the highest proportion

Core features: SAP + Azure cross examination points, emphasizing practical deployment and problem solving, without purely theoretical memorization

2026 Exam Outline: The weight of the four major modules is stable, with no major updates, and the reference value of past exam papers is extremely high

2. 10-day rapid scoring plan, heading straight for scoring

Day 1 to Day 3: Conquer two high scoring modules (60% score)

Day 1 to Day 2: Infrastructure design and implementation (25-30%), including SAP scenario matching for computing, storage, and networking

Day 3: SAP workload migration (25-30%) covers migration strategies, tools, and compatibility assessments

Day 4-Day 5: Complete high availability and maintenance modules (40%)

Day 4: High availability and disaster recovery (20-25%), such as HADR solutions, backup recovery, and failover

Day 5: SAP workload maintenance (20-25%) focuses on monitoring, performance optimization, and security compliance

Day 6-Day 8: Real test practice + targeted review

2 sets of real questions per day, focusing on the mapping relationship between "scene → question → correct answer", without worrying about obscure details

Day 9-Day 10: Full Reality Model Exam+ Error prone Recitation

Day 9: 2 complete mock exams, strictly timed for 180 minutes, mark all uncertain questions

Day 10: Review the marked questions, memorize the scene, select the mnemonic and avoid pitfalls list, adjust the exam pace

3. Must memorize high-frequency scoring test points

(1) Infrastructure design (25-30%)

Calculation selection: SAP HANA uses Mv2/M-series, and Netweaver uses Dv3/Dsv3 series; HLI is suitable for large-scale HANA

Storage configuration: HANA data disk uses Premium SSD or Ultra Disk, and log disk uses Ultra Disk; Backup with Azure Backup + SAP HANA Backup Plugin

Network requirements: FHIR must be selected, VNet peer-to-peer is used for cross regional deployment; NSG+ security group double-layer protection, port opening strictly follows SAP requirements

Key limitation: SAP HANA does not support standard SSD/HDD; virtual machines must enable accelerated networking

(2) SAP migration (25-30%)

Migration strategy priority: lift and shift → lift shift migrate → refactoring

Core tools: Azure Migration, SAP Landscape Transformation, Azure Site Recovery

Compatibility check: SAP Note 1928533 and SAP HANA hardware check tool must be validated

License impact: SAP ECC license is strongly related to VM size, and adjusting VM configuration requires reevaluation of the license.

(3) High availability and disaster recovery (20-25%)

HADR solution: SAP Weaver uses ASCS/SCS cluster + database mirroring; SAP HANA system replication

Cross regional DR: Azure Site Recovery replicates VM, RPO ≤ 15 minutes, RTO ≤ 1 hour; Priority use area for

Backup strategy: HANA database daily full backup + log backup, retention period ≥ 30 days

(4) Maintenance and optimization (20-25%)

Monitoring tool: Azure Monitor + SAP Monitor for Azure; key metrics: HANA memory usage > 90%, CPU usage > 80%, disk IO latency > 5 ms

Performance optimization: HANA memory optimization, storage cache configuration, network bandwidth upgrade

Security compliance: Azure AD integrates SAP SSO, PIM implements privileged access management, Encryption follows FIPS 140-2 standard, and static data encryption is performed using Azure disk encryption

4. Practicing and reviewing questions are key to improving scores

Only practice high-quality real questions: prioritize official Microsoft Learn sample questions, Whizlabs, and Pluralsight mock questions to avoid outdated question banks

Wrong question three-step review method: mark the corresponding module for the wrong question; Record the reason for the error; Establish an association card for "scene → correct answer" and review it daily

Multiple choice strategy: Only select options that are 100% certain, and use exclusion method when unsure

Time allocation: each situation question ≤ 5 minutes, Single choice question ≤ 2 minutes, 30 minutes reserved for multiple choice questions

5. High frequency error points in 2026

Infrastructure selection error: Deploying SAP HANA on non-M-series VMs or storing HANA data on Standard HDDs

Misuse of migration tools: migrating SAP systems with Azure Backup (correct: Azure Migration or SAP LT)

HADR scheme confusion: HA uses asynchronous replication (correct: synchronous), DR uses synchronous replication (correct: asynchronous)

License cost neglect: SAP license impact not evaluated before adjusting VM size (ECC, etc. licensed by core number)

Security configuration missing: Azure AD integration, PIM privilege management not enabled, or unencrypted HANA data disk

Summary: The core of rapid score improvement for the AZ-120 exam in 2026 lies in focusing on high-frequency modules, strengthening scene mapping, and scientifically reviewing questions. 10 days of concentrated sprint is enough to break through 700 points, the key is to give up comprehensive learning and only focus on the content that can directly score.

The SPOTO course has a professional teaching team, scientifically reasonable course planning, and a large amount of learning resources, which can help you save time to the greatest extent possible and pass the exam in one go!