SAP has announced that the transition period for using Compatibility Packs for SAP S/4HANA on-premises will be extended until the end of May 2026. Originally, most usage rights were set to expire on December 31, 2025, as detailed in SAP Note 2269324. With this five-month extension, SAP aims to offer customers additional flexibility in their transition to S/4HANA.
What are Compatibility Packs?
Compatibility Packs offer temporary usage rights that allow certain classic SAP ERP functionalities to continue running within SAP S/4HANA. This is intended to smooth the migration process and ensure business continuity. Customers migrating from SAP ERP to S/4HANA can thus continue running key processes while adapting their systems to the new environment.
Why an extension?
Although SAP has already communicated the discontinuation of most Compatibility Packs extensively, many customers need more time to properly plan and execute the transition. The extension until the end of May 2026 gives companies additional time to:
- Migration plans to be finalized
- To adapt internal processes
- To mitigate potential risks in business continuity
In addition, SAP offers customized programs for customers migrating to cloud solutions that replace the functionality of the Compatibility Packs.
What does this mean for your organization?
Organizations still using Compatibility Packs now have a final chance to achieve a smooth transition to S/4HANA. The additional five months provide time for a controlled migration, developing a cloud strategy, and implementing new processes without jeopardizing business operations.
It is wise to:
- Map your current usage of Compatibility Packs
- To draw up a detailed migration plan
- Evaluate your licensing situation
Conclusion and advice
With this extension and support, SAP offers an excellent opportunity to carefully and future-proof the transition to S/4HANA. This is the perfect time for organizations to evaluate their licensing situation and prepare properly for S/4HANA.
For more information or independent advice on licensing options, please contact us. Our team of experienced specialists is ready to analyze your licensing situation and guide you in making the best choices for your organization. This ensures a future-proof and cost-efficient S/4HANA environment.