Migration scenarios and key decisions
Data migration not only takes place as a part of a new SAP implementation, but also if you have a running system and you want to import leads or a list of new items. Therefore, it is a good idea to learn about the scenarios that you may come across and be able to select the right migration and integration tools. As outlined before, data can be divided into two groups: master data and transaction data. It is important that you separate the two, and structure each data migration accordingly. Master data is an essential component for manifesting transactions. Therefore, even if you need to bring over transactional data, the master data must already be in place. Always start with the master data alongside a verification procedure, and then continue with the relevant transaction data. Let’s now briefly look at the most common situations where you may require the evaluation of potential data migration options.
New company (start-up)
In this setup, you may...