Reasons for Performing a Heterogeneous System Copy

The following are the main reasons for performing a heterogeneous system copy. Sometimes a combination of reasons will justify or mandate a migration project.

• Enterprise operating system or database standards have been changed for strategic reasons by the information technology business leadership, and all SAP systems have to be migrated to the new operating system.

• In some instances, both the operating system and database standards have changed and a SAP migration effort is needed.

• Sometimes the datacenter-hosting location or contracting terms are changed or new hosting deals are negotiated for strategic reasons. The hosting provider may need a one-time migration of SAP systems so that ...

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