SAP Upgrade Services

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

We modernize your SAP system, from technical upgrades to functional enhancements, without disrupting operations.

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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.

Such companies help businesses solve complex problems, deliver exceptional user experiences, and drive digital transformation using design thinking and innovation expertise. They leverage SAP's best practices and cutting-edge tools to create user-centric solutions.

Timely SAP upgrades aren’t just about staying up to date — they’re critical for maintaining security, ensuring continued vendor support, and unlocking the latest innovations. Whether it’s adapting to evolving compliance requirements or taking advantage of SAP’s newest features, proactive upgrades keep your systems resilient, future-ready, and aligned with your business growth.

There are two key paths: technical upgrades, which focus on updating the system infrastructure and kernel without changing business processes, and functional upgrades, which introduce new features, modules, or capabilities. While these are the most common and impactful approaches, other upgrade paths — such as strategic or security upgrades — may be considered based on system complexity and business priorities. From classic transitions like ECC to S/4HANA to Enhancement Package updates, NetWeaver modernizations, or SAP Business Warehouse (SAP BW) upgrades, each scenario demands a strategic approach, and that’s where LeverX comes in.

Reduce downtime and keep operations running

Minimize business disruption with proven methodologies, automation tools, and seamless cutover strategies.

Leverage end-to-end expertise across the upgrade lifecycle

Rely on our full-cycle support — from planning and execution to testing and post-upgrade optimization.

Accelerate time-to-value with faster deployment

Unlock the benefits of your SAP upgrade faster with rapid deployment frameworks and pre-built toolsets.

Enable a clean core for long-term agility

Streamline your system by eliminating obsolete custom code and shifting enhancements to SAP Business Technology Platform (SAP BTP) for easier maintenance and scalability.

Ensure compliance and minimize security risks

Stay secure and audit-ready through comprehensive testing, security patching, and role redesign tailored to your industry regulations.

Future-proof your SAP landscape

Adopt intelligent technologies and scalable architectures to support innovation and cloud readiness.

Accelerate results with the right upgrade path

Select the best-fit strategy — greenfield, brownfield, or hybrid data transition — based on your goals and IT landscape.

Enhance performance and user experience

Boost system speed and usability with optimized processes, SAP Fiori interfaces, and simplified data models.

Maximize ROI from your SAP investment

Increase the long-term value of your SAP environment by aligning upgrades with business goals, reducing maintenance costs, and unlocking new revenue-generating capabilities.

Types of SAP Upgrade Services We Offer

Whether a simple technical upgrade or a full-scale transformation, each upgrade type serves a specific purpose in modernizing your SAP ecosystem while minimizing risk and downtime.

Technical upgrade services

These upgrades update the underlying SAP technology stack, including S/4HANA releases, SAP NetWeaver, kernel, and database components. They ensure system stability, performance, and long-term supportability without altering core business processes.

Functional upgrade services

Functional upgrades enable access to new features and enhancements across specific SAP modules like Finance, Sales, or Production Planning. They help optimize business operations, improve user experience, and reduce reliance on custom developments by delivering standard functionality that replaces previously customized solutions, minimizing the need for in-house code and easing future maintenance.

Strategic upgrade services

These upgrades support broader transformation initiatives, such as moving to S/4HANA via greenfield, brownfield, or hybrid approaches. They align SAP landscapes with business goals, clean core principles, and future innovation roadmaps.

Custom code and compatibility upgrade

This service ensures existing custom code is compatible with the latest SAP versions by identifying, adjusting, or refactoring outdated ABAP logic. It minimizes technical debt and supports a clean, stable system core.

Security and compliance upgrade

Security upgrades include patch management, role redesign, and compliance alignment with frameworks like GDPR. They reduce risk, strengthen data protection, and enhance audit readiness.

Cloud platform and integration upgrade

These upgrades modernize SAP BTP services and integration tools to support hybrid or cloud-first architectures. They ensure seamless data flow across systems and enable scalable, future-ready operations.

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.

FAQ

What is the difference between a technical and functional SAP upgrade?

A technical upgrade primarily updates the underlying components of your SAP system, such as the SAP kernel, database version, ABAP stack, and software infrastructure, to ensure system stability, security, and compatibility with SAP's latest support standards. It does not change how end users interact with the system or how business processes function.

In contrast, a functional upgrade enables new features, modules, and process improvements introduced in newer SAP versions or enhancement packages. It often involves configuration changes, functional testing, and training to help business users leverage added capabilities — such as new Fiori apps, improved analytics, or streamlined workflows.

Both upgrade types are essential: the technical upgrade lays the foundation, while the functional upgrade unlocks strategic value.

How long does a typical upgrade project take?

The timeline varies based on system complexity, scope, and the type of upgrade. A standard technical upgrade may take 6 to 12 weeks, while an S/4HANA conversion or functional upgrade can take several months. LeverX conducts a detailed assessment to provide accurate timelines tailored to your system.

Will my custom code work after upgrading?

Not always. Custom code must be analyzed and adjusted during upgrade to ensure compatibility with the new system version. LeverX uses SAP tools like the Custom Code Migration Worklist and SPDD/SPAU to manage modification adjustments during the upgrade.

Do I need to upgrade before moving to RISE with SAP?

Yes, especially if you're running older versions like SAP ECC. A system upgrade or complete conversion to SAP S/4HANA is a key step before adopting RISE with SAP, which is built on the latest SAP technology stack. LeverX helps you plan and execute this transition seamlessly.

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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.