SAP ERP Central Component (SAP ECC)

Name: leverX Company
Brand: LeverX
Rating: 4.9 (114 reviews)

Explore a unified SAP ECC solution for better finance, supply chain, and operations control.

As an SAP Gold Partner, we provide access to resources and seasoned professionals, ensuring your project's reliability. Our expertise helps us tailor SAP solutions for your unique needs, optimizing ROI and efficiency.

Partnering with LeverX as an SAP Global Strategic Supplier goes beyond buyer-seller dynamics. We provide critical solutions for global operations, collaborate with you on product development, and drive strategic initiatives.

LeverX is a certified partner of the SAP Center of Expertise. This accreditation ensures our unwavering commitment to upholding SAP's highest standards. Our mission is to deliver excellence, providing unparalleled support, and facilitating the seamless integration of SAP solutions into your business framework.

As an SAP AppHaus Network Member, we help businesses solve complex problems, deliver exceptional user experiences, and drive digital transformation using design thinking and innovation expertise. We leverage SAP's best practices and cutting-edge tools to create user-centric solutions.

Important! Starting from 2027, SAP will no longer support SAP Business Suite 7, including SAP ECC 6.0. The paid support will be active until 2030. If you need a solution to keep your data within the SAP ecosystem, you should consider migrating to SAP S/4HANA. SAP S/4HANA is a next-gen SAP ERP system that features up-to-date functionality and the latest technologies, ensuring better productivity, real-time analytics, and increased operational efficiency.

SAP ECC has been one of the most trusted ERP systems worldwide. As an on-premise solution, it integrates data across multiple business functions like finance, supply chain, materials management, production, projects, and HR. This integration makes it indispensable for daily operations, helping businesses improve workflows and maintain control.

However, the lifecycle of SAP ECC is nearing its end. Without ongoing support, businesses face growing risks, including security vulnerabilities and stagnated innovation.

Organizations must now decide whether to migrate to a new ERP system or move to SAP S/4HANA. If you’re unsure which path is right for you, LeverX’s SAP experts are here to help. We’ll guide you through the decision-making process and ensure a seamless migration to SAP S/4HANA, SAP ECC’s strategic successor, and set your business up for future success.

Finance and Controlling (FICO)

Account management, reporting, real-time transaction tracking, and spend monitoring to streamline financial data flows and ensure data-driven decision-making.

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Sales and Distribution (SD)

Order management, shipping, and invoicing to streamline sales operations and improve customer satisfaction.

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Materials Management (MM)

Procurement monitoring and inventory and supply chain management to cut business costs and optimize resource usage.

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Production Planning (PP)

Production schedule, capacity planning, and resource allocation optimization for better manufacturing processes.

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Quality Management (QM)

Inspection planning, quality control, and compliance tracking help to ensure the high quality of products.

Plant Maintenance (PM)

Maintenance scheduling, equipment tracking, and repair workflow management for minimal downtime.

Human Capital Management (HCM)

Employee, recruitment, training, and payroll management for better workforce efficiency.

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Project System (PS)

Project planning, tracking, and execution to streamline deployment and improve project outcomes.

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Customer Service (CS)

After-sales support, warranty management, and streamlined customer interaction features to build stable relationships with clients.

Feature	SAP ECC	SAP S/4HANA
Deployment options	On-premise	On-premise, cloud, or hybrid
Database	Multiple databases supported (e.g., Oracle, DB2)	Runs exclusively on SAP HANA in-memory database for better performance
User experience	Traditional SAP GUI	Up-to-date, intuitive SAP Fiori UI
Data model	Complex data model, involving multiple tables	Simplified data model for faster processing
Analytics	Basic reporting	Real-time analytics with built-in tools
Integration	Limited out-of-the-box integration	Seamless integration with SAP cloud solutions
Customization	Heavily customized systems often required	Flexible, scalable, and extensible, less need for custom code
Process automation	Manual workflows prevail	Advanced automation with AI and ML

Why LeverX?

Proven track record

For over 20 years, we have helped businesses worldwide succeed with SAP. We’ve already completed 950+ projects for over 800 clients, including top names on the Fortune 500 list.

Industry experts

The LeverX team comprises professionals with hands-on knowledge in 30+ industries, including manufacturing, logistics, and oil  and gas.

SAP partnership

We implement SAP projects end-to-end  and collaborate with SAP on the development and enhancement of its existing solutions.

Quality and security

LeverX operates in compliance with international standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 27001, ISO 22301, and ISO 55001, ensuring reliability and quality in every project.

Investment in innovation

We actively integrate advanced technologies, such as Data Science, IoT, AI, Big Data, Blockchain, and others, to help clients efficiently address their business challenges.

Flexibility

Our team is available 24/7, which enables us to quickly deploy projects, maintain process transparency, and adapt each development phase to meet your specific requirements.

Evaluation and planning

Prior to starting the migration process, it's crucial to thoroughly assess your current ERP landscape. Our experts will work with you to analyze your current business goals, operations, dependencies, and existing modifications to craft a migration strategy optimized to your organization's requirements.

System preparation

Before a conversion and/or migration can begin, your ECC system needs to meet the essential requirements for transitioning to S/4HANA, including running the latest support packages (like EHP 8 for SAP ERP 6.0), adapting custom code for S/4HANA’s data model (such as updates for deprecated tables like BSEG), and passing the HANA readiness check to address simplification items.

From applying the necessary support packages and upgrades to resolving any technical requirements — our team will help ensure the migration is seamless.

Data migration

Data migration is a pivotal part of most migration projects. Our team will extract, transform, normalize, and load the data into your new S/4HANA system. Irrelevant data can be discarded, while important legacy information can be efficiently archived for later reference. We will also thoroughly test and validate the system to ensure no critical data fell through the cracks or was inadvertently altered in the process.

To migrate and integrate business-critical data more quickly, securely, and cost-effectively, we use DataLark, our proprietary data management solution.

Custom code adjustments

Custom ABAP code within your current system needs to be evaluated to make sure it's compatible with S/4HANA. Business-critical code can be enhanced or adjusted to align with S/4HANA requirements, while technical debt and legacy code can be discarded to speed up the migration. Our QA staff will perform meticulous testing to ensure all custom code works post-transition.

User training

We understand that user adoption is an important success factor. LeverX experts can offer both user training initiatives and comprehensive documentation to streamline the transition process and boost user adoption and engagement.

Post-migration support

Once your new S/4HANA system successfully goes live, our job is not done. Besides tackling any outstanding issues, LeverX's experts can monitor the system's performance, collect end-user feedback, and offer professional on-demand services around S/4HANA to further help your business.

What are the risks of using SAP ECC after EOL in 2027?

Once SAP ECC support ends, your system risks facing security vulnerabilities, higher operational costs, and compliance challenges. Additionally, without access to new features, you may fall behind competitors transitioning to SAP S/4HANA, which provides more advanced capabilities and continuous updates.

How long does it take to migrate from SAP ECC to SAP S/4HANA?

The duration of SAP S/4HANA migration varies based on your organization's size and overall system complexity. The process can take from several months to a few years. At LeverX, we thoroughly evaluate your current system before starting the migration, providing you with clear timelines and cost predictions in advance.

What are the most common challenges during migration, and how can they be avoided?

Some typical challenges of SAP S/4HANA migration include data inconsistencies, system downtime, and integration issues. These obstacles can be mitigated with careful planning, thorough testing, and expert support. LeverX prioritizes data cleansing, ongoing testing, and effective communication throughout the process to minimize lags and possible issues.

How can we ensure a smooth migration from SAP ECC to SAP S/4HANA with minimal disruption and business lags?

At LeverX, we focus on executing the migration in stages to reduce risk. Our approach includes detailed planning, comprehensive testing, and continuous support. Our SAP experience ensures minimal system downtime and smooth operations, so your business remains unaffected during the transition.

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An expert will reach out to you to discuss your specific needs and requirements.
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We'll sign an NDA to ensure any sensitive information is kept secure and confidential.
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We'll work with you to prepare a customized proposal based on the project's scope, timeline, and budget.