SAP has extended the mandatory S/4HANA migration deadline from 2025 to 2027, giving organisations more time to prepare. This extension is not just a reprieve—it’s a strategic opportunity. Migration is complex and costly, and decisions made now will shape financial and operational performance for years to come.
Delaying migration too long introduces serious risks. As 2027 approaches, demand for skilled migration professionals will surge, creating resource shortages and rushed implementations. Finance and Treasury teams could face operational outages, reduced confidence, reputational damage and higher ongoing costs if migrations are not managed effectively. These risks underline the need for early planning and a clear strategy.
Migration costs—programme management, change management and implementation—are significant. Leveraging these investments to deliver measurable benefits is essential. Selecting the right approach—greenfield, brownfield or hybrid—requires careful analysis. Greenfield offers a clean slate but demands major change management. Brownfield preserves existing investments but may limit innovation. Hybrid blends both, balancing risk and flexibility. Assumptions can lead to missed opportunities and higher costs.
Davies’ Migration+ approach enhances traditional migration methods by focusing on improvements to the target state. We provide full programme services, including planning, change management, requirements, design, development, testing and deployment. Our team can staff entire programmes or augment internal resources through an independent contractor network, ensuring access to the right skills at every stage.
Early optimisation is critical. Processes such as closing, tax and capital management, and structures like the chart of accounts, should be addressed before or early in implementation. These changes reduce disruption and improve financial outcomes, turning migration into a driver of business value rather than a compliance exercise.
Start planning now to avoid last-minute pressure. Get in touch with our migration specialists today or download our guide to learn how Davies Migration+ can help you achieve a stress-free move to SAP S/4HANA before the 2027 deadline.
