Technologies

SAP S/4HANA — Migration and Administration

This training provides a comprehensive guide to SAP S/4HANA migration strategies and ongoing system administration. Participants will gain practical knowledge of the migration paths available from SAP ECC and older SAP systems to S/4HANA, including the Software Update Manager (SUM) with Database Migration Option (DMO). The course also covers day-to-day S/4HANA administration tasks, performance tuning on SAP HANA, and managing the system landscape to ensure stability and compliance post-migration.

Why choose this training?

SAP S/4HANA migration is one of the most strategically significant IT undertakings an organization can face, and the gap between planning and successful execution is often where projects struggle. This training equips participants with both the strategic framework to choose the right migration approach and the technical depth to carry it out — from SUM/DMO execution to post-migration HANA administration.

The 4-day format allows for thorough coverage of all migration phases alongside the ongoing administration knowledge needed to operate S/4HANA confidently in production.

What makes our approach unique?

EITT’s SAP training programs are built around the practical realities of enterprise migrations, not just documentation. With over 500 experts and more than 2,500 trainings delivered, our certified SAP trainers draw on real project experience — including complex Brownfield migrations and multi-system landscape transformations — to give participants insight that goes well beyond what any standard curriculum can offer.

Benefits

Understand the SAP S/4HANA architecture and its key differences from SAP ECC
Evaluate and select the appropriate migration path for a given organization
Plan and execute a technical migration using SUM with the Database Migration Option
Perform day-to-day administration of SAP S/4HANA systems
Administer the SAP HANA in-memory database including backup, replication, and monitoring
Manage the SAP system landscape across development, quality, and production environments
Apply performance tuning techniques at both the ABAP and HANA database levels
Prepare an organization for ongoing S/4HANA operations and future upgrade cycles

Who is this training for?

SAP Basis administrators and system administrators

IT architects responsible for SAP landscapes

Technical project managers overseeing SAP migrations

ERP managers evaluating S/4HANA transition options

Infrastructure engineers supporting SAP environments

Solution architects designing S/4HANA deployments

Prerequisites

Working experience with SAP Basis administration (SAP ECC or NetWeaver)
Basic knowledge of Linux/Unix operating systems and database administration
Familiarity with SAP ABAP architecture is beneficial
Experience with SAP HANA is an advantage but not required

Training program

S/4HANA architecture overview — differences from SAP ECC
SAP HANA in-memory database fundamentals
Deployment options — on-premise, cloud, and hybrid
S/4HANA editions — essentials vs. extended
Simplified data model — key changes to finance, logistics, and MM
Fiori UX — architecture and role in S/4HANA

Migration options — Greenfield, Brownfield, and Selective Data Transition
Choosing the right migration approach for your organization
SAP Readiness Check — assessing current system compatibility
Simplification List — deprecated features and custom code impact
Custom code analysis tools — SAP Custom Code Migration app
Project planning — timelines, resources, and risk management

Software Update Manager (SUM) overview and preparation
Database Migration Option (DMO) — combined upgrade and migration
Pre-migration checks and system preparation
Running SUM/DMO — phases, monitoring, and troubleshooting
Post-migration steps — system validation and correction
Common migration errors and how to resolve them

SAP HANA Studio and SAP HANA Cockpit for administration
User management, roles, and privileges in HANA
Backup and recovery strategies for SAP HANA
HANA system replication — configuration and failover
Monitoring HANA performance — key metrics and alerts
HANA scale-out and high availability configurations

Transport Management System (TMS) in S/4HANA landscapes
System landscape management — DEV, QAS, PRD
Client administration and client copy procedures
Job scheduling and background processing in S/4HANA
Support Package stacks — planning and applying updates
User administration with SAP Identity Authentication Service (IAS)

ABAP performance analysis tools — ST05, SM50, SM66
HANA-specific optimization — column store, partitioning, indexes
Fiori performance and Launchpad configuration
Monitoring with SAP Solution Manager and Alert Management
Operating S/4HANA in production — change management processes
Roadmap for future S/4HANA releases and upgrade planning

Delivery Methods

Online

Convenience of participating from anywhere
Interactive live sessions with trainer
Materials available for 30 days
No travel costs

On-site

Direct contact with trainer and group
Intensive hands-on workshops
Networking with other participants
Full focus on learning

Training Topics

Frequently asked questions

What prior SAP experience is required for this training?

Participants should have working experience with SAP Basis administration, ideally in an SAP ECC or SAP NetWeaver environment. Familiarity with Linux and basic database administration is also expected. The training does not assume prior SAP HANA knowledge — HANA fundamentals are covered in the course.

How is the training delivered over 4 days?

The training runs over 4 full days combining instructor-led sessions with hands-on lab exercises on a dedicated SAP S/4HANA training system. Days 1-2 focus on architecture and migration, Days 3-4 cover administration, performance tuning, and ongoing operations. Both online and onsite formats are available.

Is this training relevant for organizations still on SAP ECC?

Yes, this training is particularly valuable for organizations running SAP ECC who are planning or evaluating a move to S/4HANA. The migration planning and readiness assessment modules are specifically designed to help teams understand what is involved and how to prepare for a successful transition before committing to a migration project.

Does the training cover S/4HANA Cloud (public edition)?

The primary focus of this training is S/4HANA on-premise and private cloud deployments, as these involve the most complex migration and administration scenarios. Public cloud specifics are referenced where relevant, but participants seeking a dedicated S/4HANA Cloud training should look at our separate cloud-focused SAP offerings.

Why choose EITT for this training?

EITT is a training provider with over 500 experts and experience from over 2,500 trainings delivered across SAP, ERP, and enterprise IT domains. Our SAP-certified trainers bring hands-on migration project experience, ensuring participants learn from real S/4HANA implementations rather than theoretical scenarios. EITT holds a 4.8/5 average participant rating.