
SAP HANA conversion, often referred to as SAP S/4HANA migration , is the process of moving from an existing SAP ERP system (typically ECC) to the SAP HANA platform. SAP HANA (High-Performance Analytic Appliance) is an in-memory, column-oriented, relational database management system that offers significantly faster data processing and analytics capabilities. Here’s an outline of the process and the potential benefits for businesses: 1. Steps in SAP HANA Conversion a. Assessment and Planning Current State Analysis : Assess the existing SAP ERP landscape, including custom code, data volume, system architecture, and specific business processes. Migration Strategy Selection : Decide on the migration path based on the business needs: Greenfield Approach : A complete reimplementation of SAP S/4HANA from scratch. Brownfield Approach : A system conversion of the existing ECC to S/4HANA, preserving current processes and customizations. Hybrid Approach : A mix of both, depending on s...