
In a recent Expert Talk video, SAP experts and industry leaders gathered to discuss the strategic importance and technical nuances of transitioning from a 2-system to a 3-system landscape in SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition.
This blog post aims to distill the key insights from that discussion, providing SAP professionals with a deeper understanding of the 3SL conversion process, its benefits, and how to navigate the challenges effectively.
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The session hosted by Yannick Peterschmitt kicked off with an introduction by Calin Cernea, product management expert from SAP's SaaS Foundation, who outlined the fundamental differences between the 2-system and 3-system landscapes. Traditionally, a 2-system landscape comprises quality and production environments. However, as businesses grow and their needs evolve, this setup may no longer suffice.
The 3-system landscape introduces a new test environment, which takes over the quality assurance tasks from the quality system, while the production environment remains unchanged. This addition is crucial for businesses looking to implement new projects without disruptions caused by system upgrades.
Figure 1: 2-System Landscape to 3-System Landscape Conversion
Javier Mora, from Making Science, shared their company's journey of converting to a 3-system landscape. The primary motivation for this transition was to standardize business operations across various countries and minimize disruptions during system implementations. The 3-system landscape facilitated a smoother testing environment, allowing Making Science to configure their operations more effectively and with fewer interruptions.
Victor Alvarez, from the SAP partner Seidor, highlighted the collaborative effort between Making Science and Seidor in navigating the conversion process. From the early stages, Seidor was deeply involved, helping to elucidate the benefits of the new system landscape and managing the technical aspects of the migration. This partnership ensured that the conversion did not impact daily operations and integrated new functionalities seamlessly.
Preparation is key to a successful conversion. The discussion emphasized the importance of maintaining clear and consistent communication with SAP, leveraging detailed documentation, and holding regular alignment meetings. These practices help ensure that all parties are on the same page and that the conversion process proceeds with minimal disruptions.
Post-conversion activities are critical to ensuring that the new system functions as intended. Calin from SAP explained that one of the primary goals of the 3SL/CBC conversion program is to minimize these activities, allowing customers to quickly resume normal operations. He recommended that customers engage with the available resources on the SAP community page, which includes how-to guides and videos that provide further clarity on post-conversion processes.
Find all relevant material in the SAP Three-System Landscape Community
The transition to a 3-system landscape in SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition offers numerous benefits, including enhanced scalability, stability, and the ability to conduct thorough testing before production releases. As businesses continue to grow and face increasingly complex challenges, adopting a 3-system landscape can provide the flexibility and robustness needed to support continuous improvement and innovation.
For SAP professionals and customers interested in exploring the 3SL conversion further, the full Expert Talk video is an invaluable resource. Additionally, the SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition 3-system landscape page on the SAP Community website offers extensive documentation and learning materials to support your conversion journey.
Engage with these resources to ensure a smooth and effective transition to the 3-system landscape, positioning your business for success in the dynamic digital landscape.
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