Jan 7, 2026
•5 minute read
end of maintenance
5 Key Topics for SAPinsiders in 2026As SAPinsiders prepare for 2026, they must address critical priorities including the end of mainstream maintenance for key SAP solutions by 2027, accelerate the transition to cloud ERP and SAP S/4HANA, embrace evolving data and AI capabilities, and adopt innovative governance and transformation tools to navigate the changing landscape.
Reimagining Procurement – Transitioning from SAP SRM to SAP Procurement Solutions in the CloudOrganizations are increasingly prioritizing the modernization of their procurement environments to enhance user experience and ensure scalability. SAP offers a comprehensive suite of procurement solutions designed to replace the traditional SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) systems, which are becoming outdated and costly to maintain. Transitioning to cloud-based procurement solutions like SAP Ariba and SAP Fieldglass is not just about updating technology; it's a strategic move that unlocks new levels of efficiency, agility, and innovation. With the end of mainstream maintenance for SAP SRM approaching, the urgency to transition is heightened. The cloud offers numerous benefits, including cost reductions, simplified application management, and enhanced security. Moreover, cloud solutions provide continuous innovations, ensuring that procurement remains a vital, forward-thinking component of the organization. The transition process, however, requires careful planning and should be seen as a greenfield implementation, tailored to business needs rather than a mere technical upgrade, to fully leverage the potential of modern ERP systems.
Aug 19, 2024
•3 minute read
Move for Change – SAP ERP Maintenance TimelinesSAP has extended mainstream maintenance for the last three enhancement packages of SAP ERP 6 (EHP 6, 7, and 8) until the end of 2027. Earlier enhancement packages will end on December 31, 2025. Customers on these last packages can extend maintenance until December 31, 2030, for an additional 2% fee on the maintenance base for on-premise customers, while ERP Private Cloud customers have this fee included in their subscription. After 2027 or 2030, depending on the chosen option, these versions will automatically transition to customer-specific maintenance, which offers limited support. To help customers transition to SAP S/4HANA, SAP introduced the SAP Customer Evolution Kit, which outlines the value and process for moving to RISE with SAP and other cloud solutions, guiding organizations toward becoming intelligent, sustainable enterprises.
Aug 2, 2024
•3 minute read
Events
Mastering SAP Collaborate – Singapore 2026Singapore, Singapore
Mastering SAP Connect – Gold Coast 2026Gold Coast, QLD, Australia
SAPinsider PraguePrague
SAPinsider ERP Transformation SummitNew Orleans, Louisiana, United States
