SAP S/4HANA vs. SAP ECC: Key Differences Explained

SAP S/4HANA vs. SAP ECC: Key Differences Explained

SAP ECC and SAP S/4HANA are SAP’s ERP solutions, with S/4HANA as the latest upgrade. Here’s a quick breakdown:

Database: ECC supports multiple databases, while S/4HANA exclusively uses SAP HANA’s in-memory design for real-time data processing.
Data Model: S/4HANA offers a simplified data structure, improving performance by reducing redundancy.
User Interface: ECC uses the traditional SAP GUI; S/4HANA introduces SAP Fiori for a modern, mobile-friendly experience.
Functionality: S/4HANA includes AI, IoT, and real-time analytics, surpassing ECC’s capabilities.
Deployment: S/4HANA supports on-premises, cloud, and hybrid setups, offering flexibility over ECC’s mostly on-premises model.
With ECC’s support ending by 2030, companies are migrating to S/4HANA for speed, advanced features, and future-ready ERP capabilities.