In Part 1 of this series, we talked about how to optimize migration timelines and minimize downtime when moving an on-premises SAP ERP (ECC) 6 system to SAP S/4HANA in the cloud. We discussed strategies for short offline windows, including advanced SAP tools like NZDM and ZDO, and real-time data replication solutions, along with practical tips for creating an effective cutover plan.
However, a successful migration to cloud-based S/4HANA requires more than just a good timeline and downtime strategy. In reality, SAP systems are rarely standalone. They usually connect to various infrastructure services and external applications, such as legacy third-party tools, data warehouses, EDI gateways, or warehouse management systems. If you don’t thoroughly map and address these interdependencies before the migration, you might face unexpected operational issues, disruptions after go-live, and increased project costs.
In this Part 2, we will focus on identifying and managing dependencies across your current on-prem infrastructure and supporting applications. We will explain a clear method for systematically finding interlinked services, protocols, and data flows. Then, we will show how to incorporate this understanding into your overall migration plan to prevent last-minute surprises. This ensures that once your new S/4HANA environment is live in the cloud, all supporting systems continue to operate smoothly. Whether you are finalizing your move to S/4HANA soon or just starting your cloud journey, these guidelines will help you create a stable foundation, connecting your ECC on-prem world with a future-ready S/4HANA environment in the cloud.
In Part 1 of this series, we talked about how to optimize migration timelines and minimize downtime when moving an on-premises SAP ERP (ECC) 6 system to SAP S/4HANA in the cloud. We discussed strategies for short offline windows, including advanced SAP tools like NZDM and ZDO, and real-time data replication solutions, along with practical tips for creating an effective cutover plan.However, a successful migration to cloud-based S/4HANA requires more than just a good timeline and downtime strategy. In reality, SAP systems are rarely standalone. They usually connect to various infrastructure services and external applications, such as legacy third-party tools, data warehouses, EDI gateways, or warehouse management systems. If you don’t thoroughly map and address these interdependencies before the migration, you might face unexpected operational issues, disruptions after go-live, and increased project costs.In this Part 2, we will focus on identifying and managing dependencies across your current on-prem infrastructure and supporting applications. We will explain a clear method for systematically finding interlinked services, protocols, and data flows. Then, we will show how to incorporate this understanding into your overall migration plan to prevent last-minute surprises. This ensures that once your new S/4HANA environment is live in the cloud, all supporting systems continue to operate smoothly. Whether you are finalizing your move to S/4HANA soon or just starting your cloud journey, these guidelines will help you create a stable foundation, connecting your ECC on-prem world with a future-ready S/4HANA environment in the cloud. Read More Technology Blogs by Members articles
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