Was ist SAP Solution Manager?

Der SAP Solution Manager, auch SAP SolMan oder nur SolMan genannt, ist eine intelligente Plattform für die Application Lifecycle Management Software (ALM). ALM besteht wiederum aus Tools und Prozessen, die helfen, den Lebenszyklus eines Softwareproduktes – von der Entwicklung über das Produktdesign bis zur Ausmusterung des Produkts – zu verwalten.

Was ist SAP Cloud ALM (Application Lifecycle Management)?

SAP Cloud ALM ist eine umfassende Suite für das Management des Application Lifecycle für Kunden, die Cloud-Lösungen nutzen. Dafür bietet es umfassende Implementierungs- und Betriebsfunktionen und deckt relevante Bereiche wie Prozess-, Test-, Deploy- und Taskmanagement ab. Im Bereich Operating unterstützt es Unternehmen bei Business Process Monitoring, Health Monitoring und User und Performance Monitoring.

SAP Solution Manager: Successor already found?

The end of SAP Solution Manager maintenance is a reality that no SAP customer can ignore. But does the thought of now having to deal with the implementation of the new SAP Cloud ALM terrify you? On top of that, you also have to deal with the high operating costs for the old Solution Manager.

Instead of preparing for a lengthy implementation project with countless consultant days, you should use the occasion to look for an alternative SAP Solution Manager successor.

SAP Solution Manager – A look back

Until now, companies have often used SAP Solution Manager (SolMan) to manage large system landscapes and implement their application lifecycle management strategy (ALM strategy).

So SolMan served us well, but as it aged, its weaknesses became more apparent. These include lengthy implementation, high maintenance, limited usability, and limited integration options.

Maintenance for SAP Solution Manager will end soon, in 2027. You could, in a best-case scenario, extend maintenance to 2030, but only if you pay an additional Extended Maintenance fee.

SAP Cloud ALM is claimed to be an alternative solution. Although the solution has been available for some time, it does not provide an adequate replacement for SolMan, as the range of functions is hardly congruent with its predecessor.

SAP Solution Manager discontinued: What can SAP Cloud ALM do?

SAP Cloud ALM is a comprehensive application lifecycle management suite for customers using cloud solutions. For this purpose, it offers comprehensive implementation and operational functions. It covers many relevant areas such as process, test, deployment and task management. In the operating area, SAP Cloud ALM supports companies with business process monitoring, health monitoring and user and performance monitoring.

However, SAP Cloud ALM has some limitations in terms of lifecycle management of Business Suite, ERP and non-SAP applications, as well as the lack of IT service management capabilities – Therefore, the SolMan successor can be poorly used as a central strategic ALM solution.

In addition, there are challenges in the area of change request management. The current development of change management in SAP Cloud ALM is still in a rudimentary phase and requires improvements and enhancements.

Is SAP Cloud ALM a good SolMan successor?

Although SAP Cloud ALM is a fully integrated lifecycle management suite, it is particularly targeted at customers who focus on cloud applications in their system landscape. Customers who do not want to move to the cloud are still looking for a suitable solution.

In particular, SAP teams that heavily rely on request and change management (ChaRM) feel let down. It’s time to say goodbye to SolMan and consider a new solution.

Why SmartChange is the ideal SolMan Alternative

Imagine an innovative solution that efficiently automates the deployment of SAP change requests (SAP Transport Requests). With SmartChange, you get a powerful add-on for SAP ERP and S/4 Hana systems that can be used both on-premise and in the cloud.

Thanks to simple implementation and no additional administrative effort, SmartChange enables smooth and effective management of your SAP changes.

With SmartChange, you enjoy the benefits of seamless integration, simplicity and flexibility that the tool offers. It is faster and simpler than Solution Manager, but does not lose out in scalability, flexibility and stability in any way.

The open web service API also enables easy customization and integration, while continuous enhancements and updates provide high predictability and future-proofing, including the upcoming integration with SAP Cloud ALM. In a nutshell, here’s how you benefit from SmartChange:

Fast and easy implementation

Forget about long and complex setup processes. With SmartChange, you’ll be ready to go in no time.

Migration of change documents from ChaRM

SmartChange also supports you during the migration process. The automated approach is extremely efficient, cost-effective and reliable. Learn more

No additional administrative effort

With SmartChange, you can focus on your core business instead of wasting time on time-consuming maintenance work.

High integration capability and flexibility

SmartChange can be seamlessly integrated into existing systems and processes and adapts to your individual needs.

With its Clean Core certification and outstanding suitability for use in hybrid environments, SmartChange offers a future-proof solution that provides guaranteed support even for SAP systems whose maintenance ends in 2027.

By fully automating transport management, SmartChange not only simplifies your workflows, but also integrates seamlessly into your existing ServiceNow or Jira environments.

Find a suitable SAP Solution Manager successor and profit

Now that the end of SAP Solution Manager is approaching, it’s the perfect time to switch to SmartChange. With our support, the transition will be smooth and easy. Take a look at the comparison of ChaRM and SmartChange and discover the benefits of the change.

FAQs: SAP Solution Manager Successor

SAP Solution Manager, also called SAP SolMan or just SolMan, is an intelligent platform for application lifecycle management software (ALM). ALM, in turn, consists of tools and processes that help manage the lifecycle of a software product – from development to product design to product retirement.

SAP Cloud ALM is a comprehensive application lifecycle management suite for customers using cloud solutions. To this end, it offers comprehensive implementation and operational functions and covers relevant areas such as process, test, deployment and task management. In the operating area, it supports companies in business process monitoring, health monitoring and user and performance monitoring.