Data Migration Strategies for SAP S/4HANA: Leveraging SAP Joule for Business Transformation

Abstract

The current article establishes a framework addressing S/4HANA migration complexities through artificial intelligence integration, particularly SAP Joule capabilities. An evaluation of ERP migration strategy evolution reveals critical data challenges, followed by an evaluation of Greenfield, Brownfield, and Bluefield methodologies. AI-augmented solutions transform traditional migration through enhanced data cleansing, mapping capabilities, and monitoring technologies. Examples from the manufacturing and financial sectors demonstrate the concrete benefits of AI integration. This framework guides organizations in strategy selection based on business objectives and technical parameters, while emphasizing governance mechanisms needed to realize transformative potential in S/4HANA implementations. The contribution connects theoretical foundations with practical applications across diverse organizational contexts.