We're excited to announce the Training Video Series - SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition 3-System Landscape Conversion, designed specifically for customers considering converting their SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition 2-System landscape to a 3-System landscape. Explore these training videos to gain practical insights into 3-System landscape conversion benefits and implementation strategies. In addition to the videos, links to detailed learning content are listed here.
Please use the following link to access the SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition 3-system landscape conversion - FAQ document.
With this update we strive to share as much information as possible with our customers.
There is also a dedicated test data conversion FAQ document available.
In these expert talk videos the customer journey to the 3-system landscape are being addressed. Also the benefits of conversion, preparation steps, challenges faced, and the post-conversion activities are discussed:
Expert Talk: dsm-firmenich’s i-Health - Episode 1
Previous installations of SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition were based on a 2-system landscape that consists of a Quality and a Production system. Note, some of these SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition customers are using solution builder framework via “Manage Your Solution” app to configure their business processes.
3-system landscape is an architecture where SAP provisions 3 systems to any customer, namely a Development, Test and Production system. This separation makes it possible to have advanced development projects, enabling developer extensibility options. This landscape leverages SAP Central Business Configuration to configure business processes within SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition but aims at seamless implementation of end-to-end business processes across intelligent enterprise from one central place.
IMPORTANT UPDATE:
SAP is constantly innovating to provide customers with new features and functionality which will help transform their business. SAP relies on the flexibility and functionality offered in the 3-system landscape for this and thus several newer functionalities are available only for 3-system landscape customers.
In future releases of SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition, SAP plans to develop additional features and functionalities based on the 3-system landscape. We will update this SAP Note for your reference. For more information about the 3-system landscape, please contact your SAP Account Executive.
The assets below provides more insight into the SAP S/4HANA Cloud, public edition, three-system landscape architecture.
SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition, 3-system landscape, parallel line - Overview
SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition, 3-system landscape, parallel line - FAQ
SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition, 3-system landscape - Presentation
SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition 3-system landscape conversion is a one-time technical activity delivered exclusively by SAP. It is highly recommended to treat this conversion as a mini-project.
The conversion activities are broadly divided into two categories: pre-conversion (including the conversion event) and post-conversion. SAP Activate methodology forms the foundation of this program. These phases —Prepare, Realize, Deploy, and Run— guide both pre- and post-conversion activities. The technical tasks in the pre-conversion phase are primarily handled by the SAP team, while the post-conversion responsibilities lie with the customer.
During the pre-conversion phase, customers, and their support partners (if involved) should focus on self-enablement and developing a strong understanding of the features and capabilities of SAP Central Business Configuration and 3-system landscape. It is recommended to use the SAP Activate Conversion Roadmap extensively for enablement, scoping, and planning. This roadmap is mandatory for all customers considering or undergoing conversion. A well-informed and prepared customer team is essential to ensure a smooth transition to operations once the 3-system landscape-converted landscape is handed back.
Commercial prerequisites must be addressed collaboratively by all involved stakeholders.
Following conversion, customers must execute the project plan activities that were scoped and prepared in advance. SAP’s conversion team will provide support during the initial post-conversion period. Since each customer’s setup is unique, the level of effort required for post-conversion activities will vary. SAP offers various tools and services to help minimize the workload and streamline post-conversion tasks. The 3-system landscape conversion program provides onboarding calls, walkthroughs, and information sessions for all customers involved in the process. For further details on conversion dates and opportunities, please contact your SAP Account Team or SAP contact.
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To start with an SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition, 3-system landscape conversion, get familiar with the following assets introducing the 3-system landscape/SAP Central Business Configuration Conversion Program. Align with your SAP Account team or SAP contact person to understand the current conversion roadmap status and upcoming conversion possibilities. Customer Introduction Video Introduction Presentation Transitioning to SAP Central Business Configuration Video Delta Features Presentation | The SAP Activate roadmap is intended to guide the project team through the conversion from SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition 2-system landscape to 3-system landscape. It is comprised of five phases with deliverables, and tasks guiding customer through the activities. Roadmap Viewer - SAP Activate for Conversion SAP Activate for Conversion Video Post Conversion Activities Video Getting Started with your conversion project SAP for Me - FAQ |
Below, you will find a list of key enablement assets related to the 3-system landscape / SAP Central Business Configuration Conversion Program. For information specific to 2-system landscape / SAP Central Business Configuration customers, please check out this Blog.
SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition, 3-system landscape - FAQ Document
Test data conversion - FAQ Document
Transitioning to SAP Central Business Configuration Video