SAP ERP, private edition, transition option: More time for the journey to the cloud

For companies with complex system landscapes in particular, moving from SAP ERP to SAP S/4HANA Cloud in time for the end of extended maintenance for SAP ERP in 2030 is an enormous challenge. The “SAP ERP, private edition, transition option” offer gives them additional time and aims to provide them with the best possible support for their SAP S/4HANA transformation to the cloud. This allows existing customers who are currently using an SAP ERP system and would like to switch to SAP Cloud ERP in the future more flexibility when making the transition – combined with the option of migrating the various parts of their IT landscape at a pace that suits their business requirements.

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What are the benefits of SAP ERP, private edition, transition option?

SAP ERP, private edition, transition option offers several advantages. One of these is the gradual and low-risk migration to SAP S/4HANA Cloud. Companies can adapt their heterogeneous system landscapes more flexibly than before and benefit from the latest SAP innovations in the long term. Regular patches address security, legal and software issues, ensuring business continuity.

Who SAP ERP, private edition, transition option is suitable for

The main target group for SAP ERP, private edition, transition option are larger companies with numerous SAP ERP systems and complex IT infrastructures. They are faced with the task of migrating their extensive system landscapes to SAP S/4HANA Cloud without the transition having a negative impact on ongoing business operations or causing interruptions. SAP ERP, private edition, transition option provides more time and targeted support during the transformation and offers companies a flexible solution for gradually migrating their IT infrastructure to the cloud.

Prerequisites for SAP ERP, private edition, transition option

The use of SAP ERP, private edition, transition option is subject to certain conditions. First and foremost, this includes a RISE with SAP contract. It is also necessary to migrate the relevant systems to SAP ERP private edition by the end of 2030. Only SAP HANA is supported as database. In addition, further adjustments will be necessary if, for example, support for third-party technologies such as older Java versions expires. Companies therefore need to make a number of preparations if they want to use SAP ERP, private edition, transition option from 2031.

What happens next?

The official announcement of SAP ERP, private edition, transition option is planned for Q2 2025. The offer will then be available for purchase from 2028. The period of use will stretch from 2031 to the end of 2033 at the latest – i.e. beyond the extended maintenance for SAP ERP. SAP has published the offer early to give interested companies sufficient time to plan and prepare for their transformation. SAP will announce further details on availability as part of the market launch.

Compared to a cloud ERP subscription before 2031, the price for using SAP ERP, private edition, transition option in the period from 2031 to 2033 will be higher. If companies complete their transformation to SAP S/4HANA Cloud by 2030, they will not need the new offer and will instead benefit from the more favorable conditions of their cloud ERP subscription.

Conclusion: Cloud transformation at your own pace

SAP ERP, private edition, transition option gives companies additional time for the SAP S/4HANA migration to the cloud. SAP is thus accommodating organizations with complex IT landscapes and giving them the opportunity to complete the transformation at their own pace. The offer includes various services and consulting offerings designed to ensure comprehensive support during the transition to the cloud. In addition, regular updates and targeted training enable companies to fully exploit the benefits of cloud infrastructures and optimize their business processes.