DIFFERENT

PHASES OF
AN
SAP PROJECT

Explore the phases of SAP project

and tips for success
SAP projects are complex and
require a structured approach to
ensure success. There are several
phases in an SAP project, each
with its own set of activities and
deliverables.

In this carousel, we will discuss the

different phases of an SAP project
and the key activities and
deliverables associated with each
phase
Phase 1: Project
Preparation

In this phase, the project team is

assembled, and the project plan is
developed.
Key activities include identifying
project scope, defining project goals,
and establishing project governance.
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Deliverables include the project

charter, project plan, and
stakeholder communication plan.
Phase 2: Business
Blueprint

In this phase, the project team works with

the client to identify business
requirements and develop a functional
design for the SAP system.
Key activities include conducting
workshops, documenting business
processes, and creating functional
specifications.
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Deliverables include the business

blueprint document, functional
specifications, and process flow
diagrams.
Phase 3: Realization

In this phase, the SAP system is configured

and developed to meet the requirements
identified in the business blueprint.
Key activities include system
configuration, custom development, and
testing.
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Deliverables include the configured

SAP system, custom code, and test
scripts.
Phase 4: Final
Preparation

In this phase, the project team prepares

for go-live by conducting end-to-end
testing, training end-users, and finalizing
data migration.
Key activities include system testing, user
acceptance testing, and data migration.
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Deliverables include the test

results, training materials, and
data migration plan.
Phase 5: Go-Live and
Support

In this phase, the SAP system is

deployed to production, and the project
team provides support during the initial
period of system use.
Key activities include system cutover,
end-user training, and post-
implementation support.
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Deliverables include the system

deployment plan, user acceptance sign-
off, and post-implementation review
report.
Phase 6: Post-
implementation Support

In this phase, the project team provides

ongoing support to the SAP system after
go-live.
Key activities include resolving issues,
addressing change requests, and
providing training and guidance to end-
users.
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Deliverables include support tickets,

change request documents, and end-
user training materials.
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Deliverables include support tickets,

change request documents, and end-
user training materials.
Phase 7: Upgrade and
Enhancement

In this phase, the project team identifies

opportunities to improve the SAP system and
implements upgrades and enhancements.
Key activities include assessing the need for
upgrades, planning and executing upgrades,
and developing and implementing
enhancements.
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Deliverables include the upgrade plan,

enhancement specifications, and test
scripts.
Phase 8: Audit and
Compliance

In this phase, the project team identifies

opportunities to improve the SAP system and
implements upgrades and enhancements.
Key activities include assessing the need for
upgrades, planning and executing upgrades,
and developing and implementing
enhancements.
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Deliverables include the upgrade plan,

enhancement specifications, and test
scripts.
Phase 9: Decommissioning

In this phase, the project team retires the

SAP system and its components.
Key activities include identifying components
to be decommissioned, planning and
executing decommissioning, and archiving
data and documentation.
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Deliverables include the

decommissioning plan, data and
documentation archive, and
decommissioning report.
Phase 10: Continuous
Improvement

In this phase, the project team identifies

opportunities to continuously improve the
SAP system and the project methodology.
Key activities include conducting lessons
learned, developing improvement plans, and
implementing improvements.
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Deliverables include the lessons

learned report, improvement plan, and
updated project methodology.
SAP projects are complex, and there
are many different phases that must
be executed with precision and
attention to detail. The different phases
of an SAP project include project
preparation, business blueprint,
realization, final preparation, go-live
and support, post-implementation
support, upgrade and enhancement,
audit and compliance,
decommissioning, and continuous
improvement.

By understanding the different phases

of an SAP project, you can better
manage the project and ensure its
success.
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