Hybrid: for example, the source systems on-premises and the target systems on cloud
SAP system copies and the DSGVO
The tools we use can be easily operated either in the cloud or on premise. For this, the SAP systems to be copied must allow access at operating system level. The typical cloud infrastructures, such as AWS or Azure, are not a hurdle for this service.
This means that the time required to create an SAP system copy - be it for providing a system copy for training purposes, be it for testing purposes or whatever - is drastically minimized. Instead of several days, only hours are required for system copying.
The Refresh
For a heterogeneous system copy and for homogeneous system copies for which there is no special way for the database used, the source system must be exported. This is done with SAP tools (SUM). The export files are copied to the prepared target system and imported again during the SAP installation with SUM. A relatively comfortable way. But it can be even more comfortable.
With Automated System Copy for SAP, an SAP system copy can be scheduled and executed in a parallel mode, which has the advantage of reducing manual intervention to a minimum. In addition, daily work can continue as normal. Rehau had already been using the software provider's Business Automation platform for cross-platform scheduling of complex job chains since 2004. The existing installation was expanded to include the module for creating SAP system copies.
SAP system copy is made much easier by the "Shortcut for SAP Systems" application.
On www.sap-corner.de you will also find useful information about SAP basis.
An SAP system copy usually includes both the copy of the database and the copy of the file systems that contain the SAP system.
The status of the target system now allows it to run without severe internal errors and disruption to the SAP landscape.