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ERP Rock: Committed to Guiding Customers in Adopting Clean Core Development Rules

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In the era of cloud computing, the adoption of clean core development rules represents a transformative shift for companies utilizing SAP. At ERP Rock, we are dedicated to supporting our customers in this transition, ensuring a smooth adoption process and maximizing the benefits of the SAP S/4HANA Cloud environment.

Historically, implementing changes within SAP systems was relatively straightforward for both SAP and its customers. The process resembled a contract: SAP provided specific functionalities, while customers followed defined procedures. For instance, if an end user requested an additional field—such as profit—on an SAP application screen, they could do so with relative ease. However, this simplicity was rooted in the on-premise model, where each customer managed their own systems independently.

With the evolution of SAP from traditional ERP to SAP S/4HANA, particularly in a cloud context, this paradigm has shifted significantly. The new cloud environment necessitates a comprehensive reevaluation of how customer enhancements are implemented. All customers now operate on the same base code, which is simultaneously updated across the board, making the individual enhancements of previous systems impractical. This presents a new challenge: how to maintain customization while adhering to the clean core principles set forth by SAP.

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Understanding Clean Core

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The clean core concept revolves around several fundamental components of SAP S/4HANA Cloud, including processes, data, integration, operations, and extensibility. These components must be kept current, cloud-compliant, and optimized to ensure the system’s efficiency and effectiveness.

At ERP Rock, we understand that clean core does not mean a lack of flexibility. Instead, it establishes a framework that promotes best practices for implementing necessary extensions while maintaining the integrity of the core system. Our commitment is to ensure that customers can integrate and extend their SAP S/4HANA Cloud environments in a way that is compliant with cloud standards and optimizes master data quality.

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Benefits of Clean Core for Our Customers

Adopting clean core principles brings numerous benefits to our customers, including:

  1. Seamless Upgrades: Customers can experience upgrades as non-events from a custom code perspective, minimizing disruption and enhancing productivity.
  2. Rapid Innovation Adoption: With a clean core, businesses can quickly embrace innovative technologies as they become available.
  3. Enhanced Security and Stability: The clean core approach supports end-to-end system security and continuity, ensuring that customers can rely on a stable environment.
  4. Cost Efficiency: By leveraging a clean core, customers can enjoy a lower total cost of ownership (TCO) through efficient use of infrastructure and licenses.
  5. Traceability: Clean core principles promote permanent traceability across all aspects of the core, facilitating compliance and governance.

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ERP Rock’s Approach to Clean Core Extensibility

At ERP Rock, we focus on developing an extension methodology that keeps customer-specific enhancements separate from the core SAP application. This approach not only aligns with clean core principles but also utilizes well-defined, upgrade-stable interfaces. Our expertise ensures that:

  • Customers can implement extensions without compromising the core system’s stability.
  • All enhancements adhere to a policy of zero modifications, preventing unnecessary complexity and risk.
  • We leverage SAP’s integration suite and other tools to maximize the effectiveness of custom applications.

We recognize the importance of customer extensions while prioritizing system availability and stability. ERP Rock is committed to guiding our customers through this journey, helping them implement best practices for a successful migration to SAP S/4HANA Cloud.

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Migration Pathways

For existing SAP ERP customers, transitioning to SAP S/4HANA Cloud involves several strategic choices, including:

  • New Implementation: Provisioning a new SAP S/4HANA Cloud system.
  • System Conversion: Migrating an existing SAP ERP system to either SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition or an on-premise system.
  • Landscape Transformation: A hybrid approach that combines elements of both new implementation and system conversion.

ERP Rock is here to help navigate these pathways, ensuring that our customers choose the approach that best fits their unique needs and organizational goals.

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In conclusion, ERP Rock is steadfast in its commitment to assisting customers in smoothly adopting clean core development rules. By providing expert guidance, comprehensive support, and a focus on best practices, we empower businesses to fully leverage the capabilities of SAP S/4HANA Cloud, driving innovation and efficiency while maintaining system integrity. Together, we can navigate this transformative journey into the cloud.