Upcoming Changes in SAP

S/4HANA
In the coming years, SAP S/4HANA will undergo significant changes that will
impact the usage of certain apps. It's essential to stay informed and prepare for the
transition to ensure a seamless experience.

by Julio Mijares
Deprecation and Obsoletion
1 Deprecation in 2023
The specified apps will be deprecated by
2023 in SAP S/4HANA, indicating the
halt of new feature development while
continued support is provided.
2 Obsoletion by 2025
By the release of SAP S/4HANA 2025,
the deprecated apps will become obsolete,
emphasizing the critical need for a
proactive transition to the successor apps.
Recommended Solution
Project Cost Overview (F6991)
An enhanced app designed to offer
comprehensive project cost insights and
streamlined reporting functionality.
Project Cost Line Items (F6992)
A successor app equipped with improved
features, ensuring a smooth transition and
advanced project reporting.
Changes and Benefits

Improved Functionality Seamless Transition

The successor apps provide enhanced data selection By switching to the successor apps, users can enjoy new
options, additional filters for detailed analysis, and features, reduced set of filters, and support for virtual
optimized filter criteria for a smoother experience. plan categories, ensuring an efficient and effective
reporting process.
Project Cost Line Items (F6992)
1 Single WBS Selection
Users can now choose a single WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) element and control the inclusion of
its child elements.

2 No Visual Filters
This successor app does not support visual filters, ensuring a more streamlined approach to project cost
reporting.

3 Result Set Changes

The chart view no longer visualizes cumulated values, providing a more focused and precise
representation of data.
Required and Recommended Actions

1 Essential Transition 2 Proactive Approach

It is imperative to transition to the By proactively switching to the
successor apps (F6991 and F6992) to recommended apps, users can leverage the
maintain access to project cost reports and enhanced functionality and avoid any
ensure uninterrupted operations. disruptions in project reporting.
Ensuring Relevancy
Identify Your Current App
If you are currently using the Project Cost Report - Overview (F2513) or Project Cost
Report - Line Items (F2538) app, this update is crucial for you.

Transition Checklist
Take necessary steps to transition to the successor apps, ensuring that your project
reporting remains efficient and in line with the upcoming SAP changes.

Support Assistance
If any queries arise or additional support is required during the transition, our support
team is readily available to address your concerns and provide guidance.
Implementing the Changes
Educational Resources
Access comprehensive guides and
resources to smoothly transition to
the successor apps and make the
most of the advanced features.
Training Sessions
Participate in specialized training
sessions to gain in-depth
knowledge and hands-on
experience with the successor
apps, ensuring a seamless
adoption process.
Feedback and Evaluation
Provide feedback on the transition
process and evaluate the benefits
of the successor apps to contribute
to ongoing improvements and
optimizations.