SAP Data Management Topics & Insights

17 March 2026 | 5 min read

Legacy system decommissioning: Unlock hidden value in your SAP licences

Author: Priyasha Purkayastha, Global Content Manager, TJC Group | Co-author: TJC Americas team, TJC Group Many organisations underestimate the complexity and cost risks hidden within their SAP licences, particularly when preparing for legacy system decommissioning projects, system transformations, or RISE with SAP migrations. Understanding how to identify over-licensing, avoid unnecessary spend, and build…

16 March 2026 | 7 min read

A guide to unlocking AI potential in your S/4HANA migration

Author: Priyasha Purkayastha, Global Content Manager, TJC Group | Co-author: TJC Americas team, TJC Group As organisations accelerate their S/4HANA migration journeys, artificial intelligence is emerging as a transformative force that can dramatically enhance business outcomes. However, sustainable AI value depends on one often-overlooked asset: your historic data. This article explores how…

Beyond SAP: Extending ELSA's capabilities to decommissioning legacy systems

09 February 2026 | 6 min read

Beyond SAP: Extending ELSA’s capabilities to decommissioning any legacy system

Author: Ravindra Pawar, Senior Software Engineer II, TJC Group Decommissioning legacy systems has traditionally been viewed as a complex, platform-specific challenge. While ELSA has long been the trusted solution for SAP decommissioning, we're excited to announce a significant expansion of our capabilities. Through innovative data integration techniques, ELSA now offers a comprehensive approach to…

06 February 2026 | 5 min read

Why software maintenance is non-negotiable – including on legacy systems?

Author: Thierry Julien, CEO, TJC Group A recent €1.7 million fine by the French data protection authority serves as a stark reminder: software maintenance is no longer optional. Organisations that neglect proactive security measures, especially on legacy systems, face significant regulatory, financial, and reputational consequences. Therefore, it is imperative for…

30 January 2026 | 5 min read

Beyond 2027: Strategic options for SAP customers for S/4HANA migration

Author: Priyasha Purkayastha, Global Content Manager, TJC Group As the 2027 deadline for SAP ECC support approaches rapidly, organisations worldwide face one of the most critical technology decisions of the decade. With less than three years remaining, the time for strategic planning to S/4HANA migration is now. This comprehensive article explores the best possible options while helping you navigate the complex landscape…

27 January 2026 | 5 min read

How to select the right path to S/4HANA migration: A data-driven approach

Author: Priyasha Purkayastha, Global Content Manager, TJC Group | Co-author: TJC Americas team, TJC Group Choosing the optimal S/4HANA migration strategy is one of the most critical decisions your organisation will make. With multiple pathways available, a data-driven approach can help you assess which route aligns best with your business objectives, current landscape, and transformation…

Legacy system decommissioning for ESG and sustainability

22 January 2026 | 8 min read

How legacy system decommissioning supports ESG and sustainability

Author: Priyasha Purkayastha, Global Content Manager, TJC Group | Co-author: Thierry Julien, CEO, TJC Group As data centres continue to grow in both number and energy consumption, addressing the environmental impact of legacy systems becomes increasingly critical. Organisations that proactively opt for decommissioning legacy systems will not only contribute to…

Key differences between legacy system decommissioning and data archiving

03 December 2025 | 10 min read

Legacy system decommissioning vs data archiving: What are the key differences?

Author: Priyasha Purkayastha, Global Content Manager, TJC Group | Co-author: Thierry Julien, CEO, TJC Group In today’s fast-evolving digital landscape, organisations are under constant pressure to modernise their IT ecosystems, reduce costs, and stay compliant with the ever-changing privacy regulations. Two approaches that frequently come into play when dealing with…

06 November 2025 | 6 min read

SAP data archiving objects: A quick guide to knowing all about it

Author: Priyasha Purkayastha, Global Content Manager, TJC Group Technical Consultants: Jérôme PHILIPPE, Project Manager SAP Archiving/ILM, TJC Group | Vivien Rivoalen, Archiving Consultant & Developer, TJC Group Whether you are migrating to S/4HANA or simply want to optimise your system performance – data archiving is a must to-do process. While…

27 June 2025 | 5 min read

SAP data archiving and sustainability: An amalgamation for a better future

Author: Priyasha Purkayastha, Global Content Manager, TJC Group Unmanaged data can harm the environment significantly. While data growth cannot be stopped, it can certainly be managed with SAP data archiving. Sustainability, as a matter of fact, is an important need of the hour. Read our blog to learn how data…

The true colours of GDPR compliance: How can we help?

20 May 2025 | 3 min read

The true colours of GDPR: How can we help?

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) protects all private citizens and gives them full control of their personal data. The scope not only covers customer online data but also human resource record, financial transactions, etc.

Why SAP could become the decades most sought after IT skill

24 April 2025 | 3 min read

Why could SAP become the decade’s most sought-after IT skill

We’ve all heard of the term ‘business critical’. It can sound rather a cliché but in the case of SAP, the term is justified. It is a business-critical application because it handles data transactions across the entire business – from sales and marketing to finance, from manufacturing to HR. It…

26 March 2025 | 5 min read

SAP data archiving compliance, legal requirements, and more: A deeper insight

Author: Priyasha Purkayastha, Global Content Manager, TJC Group The benefits of data archiving pertaining to system performance, lower storage cost, etc., are often spoken of. However, the advantages of archiving go beyond them. From legal compliance (data privacy) to data security, archiving contributes to organisational efficiency in many ways. In…

5 absolute SAP data archiving best practices for organisations to follow

13 February 2025 | 6 min read

5 SAP data archiving best practices for organisations to follow

Author: Priyasha Purkayastha, Global Content Manager, TJC Group | Co-author: Archiving Council, TJC Group From optimising system performance to reducing digital carbon footprint, SAP data archiving has a plethora of benefits for organisations. However, a process without implementing the best techniques can lead to slower results. In this blog, let's…

12 February 2025 | 6 min read

SAP data archiving implementation: Unlock the phases, steps, & more

Author: Priyasha Purkayastha, Global Content Manager, TJC Group | Co-author: Archiving Council, TJC Group As you know, SAP data archiving is one of the most preferred ways of managing the ever-growing data. It helps achieve a lighter and more streamlined HANA database, reduces storage costs, curbs digital carbon footprint, and…

05 February 2025 | 5 min read

A quick insight into optimising system performance via SAP Data Archiving

Author: Priyasha Purkayastha, Global Content Manager, TJC Group Ever given a thought to how SAP data archiving optimises performance of the system? Well, out of one of the many benefits, system optimisation via SAP archiving is one of the foremost and most sought-after ones. It helps in ensuring a lighter…

24 January 2025 | 7 min read

SAP Data Volume Management: Everything you need to know

Author: Priyasha Purkayastha, Global Content Manager, TJC Group As data continues to grow at an exponential rate, the costs of storing them are spiralling out of control. While data helps create the base for business-essential decisions, managing them is critically important; if left unmanaged, not only will the storage cost…

21 January 2025 | 7 min read

13 top SAP data archiving FAQs that you should know of

Author: Priyasha Purkayastha, Global Content Manager, TJC Group Time and again, we have spoken of data archiving as one of the most preferred and sought-after methods of managing data. This method not just curbs the overall cost of ownership but also offers optimised system performance, helps meet compliance requirements, achieve…

14 January 2025 | 6 min read

Benefits of SAP data archiving: 8 top ones that you must know of

Author: Priyasha Purkayastha, Global Content Manager, TJC Group Did you know that the global data creation by 2028 is estimated to be around 394 zettabytes? As per Statista’s latest report, data growth is more rapid than ever. Along with this, the storage capacity is also expected to grow, but can…

08 January 2025 | 6 min read

9 SAP data archiving strategies to optimise the process

Author: Priyasha Purkayastha, Global Content Manager, TJC Group SAP data archiving is hands-down one of the best methods of managing the ever-evolving data growth. It is a boon to organisations that want to optimise their main system performance while not losing important/historical data. However, implementing a full-fledged archiving process requires…

SAP data archiving: definitions, benefits, impact on system performance

07 January 2025 | 6 min read

SAP Data Archiving: Definition, benefits, impact on system performance

Author: Priyasha Purkayastha, Global Content Manager, TJC Group There’s no doubt in the fact that SAP data archiving is one of the best methods of managing the ever-evolving data. With this process, organisations can control the growth of their HANA database, optimise system performance, and more. But do you really…

10 December 2024 | 52 min read

SAP Data Archiving: Everything You Need to Know | Benefits, Processes, and More!

Authors: Priyasha Purkayastha, Global Content Manager, TJC Group | Laura Parri Royo, Marketing Director, TJC Group Technical Experts/Co-authors: TJC Group Archiving Council The impact of digitalisation in today’s era is far beyond what you and I can comprehend. If statistics from the Yale-led study are to be stated, just during…

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17 June 2024 | 9 min read

Unlocking SAP data management | Key terminologies explained

Authors: Olivier Simonet, VP Sales and Marketing at TJC Group | Laura Parri Royo, Marketing Director at TJC Group This article explains the differences between key data volume management terminology – terms like system decommissioning, data archiving, retention management and landscape harmonisation. You may think they are all equivalent but…

22 May 2024 | 8 min read

SAP S/4 HANA vs SAP ECC: The major differences between them!

In our previous blog on the evolution of ERP systems, we spoke at length about how SAP contributed ERP systems to the world – starting with SAP R/1 to its move to SAP ECC, and now the latest SAP S/4HANA. With the mandate for moving to S/4HANA from ECC by 2027, organisations are gearing up…

15 May 2024 | 7 min read

SAP ERP systems: Evolving from on-premises models to the next-gen systems!

SAP has undergone drastic transitions in recent years. From traditional ERP software to developing innovative cloud solutions, the company has grown and how! Today, we hear about the SAP S/4HANA system, a few years back, it was SAP ECC – but have you ever given a thought to how the…

06 May 2024 | 8 min read

Automating SAP data archiving with the Archiving Sessions Cockpit

Ever thought of data generation slowing down? Well, even if this thought comes to our mind, the chances of it actually happening are nil. Data is something that will keep on growing; it grew in the years gone by, still growing, and will continue to do so at an exponential…

6 reasons to embrace regular SAP data archiving

27 March 2024 | 4 min read

6 absolute reasons to embrace regular data archiving in SAP

Data archiving in SAP is a powerful technique to handle obsolete data that is rarely accessed but must remain available to comply with tax, audit or legal requests. Such data is taking up precious space in the SAP system database. Essentially, data archiving refers to the process of removing data…

05 March 2024 | 4 min read

What are the benefits of RISE with SAP?

Table of contentsWhat is RISE with SAP?SAP S/4HANA Cloud SuiteSystem Hosting OptionsSAP BTP Consumption CreditsBusiness Process IntelligenceEmbedded Tools and ServicesBenefits of RISE with SAP for your businessFaster cloud migrationOptimisation of business processesFaster innovationImproved supportCost reductionFinal Words The increasing competition in the data marketplace has led to an upsurge in demand…

28 February 2024 | 7 min read

Data management: Importance, components, and techniques for effective business operations

In the last few decades, businesses have had more access to massive amounts of data than ever. This data helps create a foundation for making crucial business decisions. However, to ensure that the business workforce has accurate information for decision-making, it is essential to manage this large data while investing…

27 February 2024 | 4 min read

A quick introduction to SAP Focused Run

Author: Thierry Julien, CEO, TJC Group | Co-author: Priyasha Purkayastha, Global Content Manager, TJC Group Now and then, we hear about new technologies emerging from the genius minds working behind the curtains. Today, we will talk about one such product by SAP that many might be unaware of – the…

23 February 2024 | 5 min read

Importance of SAP data archiving when migrating to S/4HANA

Companies must move to SAP S/4HANA from SAP ECC6 as the latter is being discontinued by 2027. However, before the migration to the upgraded S/4HANA ERP, preparing the data is a must. And, this is where data archiving comes into the picture. Wondering how? Here's an in-depth insight for you!…

17 January 2024 | 6 min read

SAP Analytics Cloud in S/4HANA and its benefits to know of!

SAP Analytics Cloud is a solution that brings analytics and planning together with a distinctive integration to SAP applications while ensuring smooth access to heterogeneous sources of data. With the move to S/4HANA, businesses can take the advantage of this analytics solution to accelerate faster and effective decision-making as it…

10 January 2024 | 5 min read

Artificial Intelligence in SAP: Quality data is a must!

From assisting businesses to aiding healthcare, edtech, and more - artificial intelligence has hit the ball out of the park to make human lives easier. AI is a mammoth structure, which can be touted as a magnificent creation for next-gen innovations and progressions for end-to-end automation and orchestration of various…

10 January 2024 | 4 min read

“Two pairs of Eyes” usage in data archiving, retention management, and data privacy

For years, I’ve been advising large corporations in these fields: document and data archiving, data privacy, and retention management (deletion management). For all these topics, “going back to” is either not possible or extremely complex. Also, the stakes are high: Sometimes it slows down corporate digital sales, the order entry…

02 January 2024 | 5 min read

5 Key SAP Trends for 2024 – Is Your Business Ready? | TJC Group

AI is hitting the ground running as SAP continues its long march to the cloud. Many organisations seek modernization, efficiency, and help with ESG reporting. SAP S/4HANA migration deadline is fast approaching, and more talented SAP professionals are urgently wanted to lead the digital transformation. So, what are the 5…

28 December 2023 | 5 min read

Rise with SAP – The Ultimate Guide to SAP Solutions

In simple words, RISE with SAP is a bundle of SAP solutions all in one single contract to accelerate a digital transformation. Launched in 2022, RISE with SAP helps companies to get started with cloud SAP solutions. It uses advanced technologies like artificial intelligence, no-code automation, and other process automation…

29 November 2023 | 10 min read

All you need to know about SAP S/4HANA: Benefits, updates and data management

According to Statista, the number of users for SAP S/4HANA has significantly increased, from just 370 users in 2015 to 20,000+ by the second quarter of 2022. With S/4HANA, SAP has introduced the world to an upgraded ERP system capable of multiple deployments and more. Here is a blog on the…

27 November 2023 | 5 min read

HANA Database: How to keep data growth under control | SAP Data Management

Author: Jérôme Phillippe, Project Manager and Senior SAP ILM consultant at TJC Group Introduction Effectively sizing the HANA database is a critical aspect of SAP S/4HANA implementation, ensuring smooth operation and avoiding potential pitfalls. In this discussion, we explore the significance of memory management in HANA, methods to control database…

17 October 2023 | 6 min read

SAP Business Transformation Centre, your best ally for S/4HANA migration

The end of the line for SAP ECC is fast approaching and users need to make swift decisions about how to proceed with migrating to S/4HANA. Initially, there were really only two migration options in opposed directions: a brand-new implementation (greenfield) or a system conversion brownfield) approach. Later on, the…

04 October 2023 | 7 min read

How to destruct data and documents with different retention periods in SAP ILM

In some cases, in an SAP ILM project different retention periods may apply for the data and documents stored in the SAP system. This article explains how to deal with different retention periods for the data and documents to be in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Table of…

06 September 2023 | 17 min read

Your A-Z guide for knowing all about cyberattacks!

Table of contentsWhat is a cyberattack?Dangers of cyberattacks1) Cyberattacks in businesses2) Cyberattacks at homeTypes of cyberattack and threats1) Malware2) Phishing3) Spear Phishing4) DNS attack5) Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS)6) Ransomware7) Advanced Persistent Threats (APT)8) SQL InjectionTypes of cyberthreat actors1) Nation states2) Hackers3) Criminal groups4) Hacktivists5) Terrorist groups6) Malicious insiders/Internal collaborators7)…

11 August 2023 | 6 min read

All you need to know about TJC UK & Ireland

With architectural marvels, diversity, and beautiful landscapes – the United Kingdom & Ireland are home to many things. Along with their beauty, these regions are two of the leading global technology and business hubs. Ranking fifth on the Global Innovation Index 2019 and highest ranking G7/G20 economy, many companies see…

10 August 2023 | 5 min read

Data management to finance: Here are 4 absolute tips to stay resilient in challenging times!

With newer, better technologies come challenges that businesses have to face. That said, the ever-changing global landscape can intimidate organisations, leading to uncertainties. If you are feeling the same, here are four absolute tips that will help you become more resilient to face future challenges. The world is changing; technologies…

20 April 2023 | 4 min read

SAP Data Archiving: A way forward to curbing carbon footprint

Sustainability has become the need of the hour. Companies have become increasingly aware that Data Management is essential for meeting sustainability targets. If you wish to know how SAP Data Archiving can help with environmental targets, here's an in-depth insight for you. Read on! Sustainability and SAP Data Archiving |…

30 March 2023 | 7 min read

SAPinsider interviews Thierry Julien, CEO of TJC Group | SAP Data Management

Peace of mind lies at the core of SAP Data Management strategy Organisations have faced challenges for years when it comes to SAP Data Management. This is due to the exponential increase in volumes, changing governmental regulations, cybersecurity and privacy concerns, plus the question of data sovereignty. Many are in…

15 March 2023 | 6 min read

Why should large corporations require a 24TB in-memory application? Implications for SAP systems

Author: Thierry Julien, CEO of TJC Group Why should a large corporations require a 24TB in-memory application? Find the reasons why SAP systems are outsized and how to tackle them. If TJC Group can’t cut your data volumes to 24TB or less, lunch is on us! It is a well-known fact…

27 February 2023 | 6 min read

When will Data Storage energy footprint be legislated?

This article outlines the steps taken in France to limit the carbon footprint of the digital economy and it explains why data is an invisible polluter. It also highlights how organisations can take steps towards reducing their IT digital carbon footprint by managing data growth with effective strategies. SAP Data…

02 February 2023 | 3 min read

What is SAP S/4HANA and Its Benefits? | TJC Group

SAP S/4HANA is quickly becoming the world's most successful ERP solution. In 2022, SAP celebrated its 50th anniversary, a huge milestone for the company with a proven track record of innovation. SAP set out on a journey that would transform the way companies do business. SAP S4HANA is the company's…

08 September 2022 | 2 min read

The cost of maintaining an SAP legacy system

Author: Isa Beck, SAP Archiving and ILM Consultant, TJC Group Organisations use business systems to run their day-to-day operations. With such systems, they can effectively manage their business processing, handle and manage business-critical data, and provide services to their customers. So, it's safe to say that these systems are the…

27 April 2022 | 4 min read

How to choose the right Data Management partner

Data is growing at a faster rate than anything else inside organisations now and finding a good way to keep on top of its management and future growth is critical to a company’s success. Data has an impact on costs and resource utilisation - because storing data costs a lot…

23 March 2022 | 4 min read

Understanding the key components of SAP Information Lifecycle Management (ILM)

Many organisations undertake SAP data archiving with the assumption that because they are archiving off legacy data, they have an ongoing ILM (information lifecycle management) strategy. They are mistaken and if your company falls into this camp, this article will explain the difference between archiving and ILM and importantly, why…

22 February 2022 | 2 min read

Maximizing SAP BTP Credits with RISE with SAP Program

Author: Frederic Hottner, Head of Sales DACH region, TJC Group. A rising interest in "RISE with SAP" offering. In the recent months, there has been an increased interest in "Rise with SAP" solutions. Robert Holland, Vice President and Research Director at SAP Insider, wrote the following lines in SAP Insider…

10 December 2021 | 3 min read

What’s the true cost of keeping legacy systems and data?

Implementing a robust, automated data archiving strategy well in advance of moving to a new ERP, such as SAP S/4HANA, paves the way for a smooth and cost-efficient final migration. This article explains how to achieve these goals.

25 October 2021 | 3 min read

Why SAP Data Archiving Needs To Be Part Of Your Weekly Housekeeping Routine

It’s not economic to migrate all data from legacy SAP environment to S/4HANA, yet many companies expect to do so. Legacy data should be archived to control the cost of your new HANA environment. Here’s why data archiving is so important.

08 February 2021 | 5 min read

Five IT trends ERP users should monitor in 2021

How are new technologies influencing ERP? This article outlines 5 key trends that ERP users should watch out for in 2021 and how they are changing the way ERP systems are used inside organisations.

11 January 2021 | 5 min read

How is data hoarding contributing to global energy wastage?

Governments around the world are hoping that the behavioural changes seen as a result of the Covid pandemic will help to kick start widespread green economic recovery. Businesses everywhere are making their own optimistic commitments. United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, (UNFCC) reports substantiate this. They have announced that…

18 August 2020 | 5 min read

How data volume management drives green solutions for enterprises

Data Volume Management and data archiving create a win-win for enterprises: there are immediate cost and performance benefits, and there are the additional downstream boosts from implementing green solutions and demonstrating sustainability leadership.

04 May 2020 | 3 min read

How does SAP data lake compete with historical SAP Data Volume Management?

Author: Thierry Julien, CEO of TJC Group In April 2020, SAP released SAP HANA Cloud services. No doubt, this solution will deliver value with features like data virtualisation, data security, and a single entry point. However, in this blog, we will talk about SAP HANA Cloud’s built-in data lake and…

20 February 2020 | 2 min read

Export Destination: business expansion to the Middle East

The podcast series Planète Innov, tackles the distinctive features of business expansion to the Middle East, which is synonymous with abundant financial resources and large-scale projects. In this extract, Olivier Simonet, VP Sales and Marketing at TJC Group, shares his personal view about the motivations to look towards countries like Saudi…

10 December 2019 | 4 min read

Highlights from SAP TechEd Bangalore

A few weeks ago, our technical leads attended SAP Teched Bangalore, that took place from 13th to 15th Nov 2019. It was an eye-opening experience, giving the possibility to learn more about SAP roadmap as well as the latest developments in Digital Transformation. SAP Cloud Platform was a big word in this year’s edition

10 October 2019 | 2 min read

TJC Group Named among the Top 20 SAP Solution Providers of 2019

The ranking Top 20 SAP Solution Providers of 2019 provides an annual listing of companies providing SAP Solution helping clients builds competitive advantage and transforming their businesses.

12 July 2019 | 3 min read

Move to S/4HANA® : uninstalling code and third-party solutions

When starting your migration to S/4HANA, your initial checks will get you the list of applications which are not compatible with S/4HANA. Some of them have new releases compatible with S/4HANA, others don’t.

03 July 2019 | 2 min read

TJC Group Revalidates SAP-Certified Integration with SAP S/4HANA®

TJC Group announced today that its software suites Archiving Session Cockpit (ASC), the Audit Extraction Cockpit (AEC), and the DART Session Cockpit (DSC), have revalidated SAP certification as integrated with SAP S/4HANA®.

01 February 2018 | 2 min read

SAP GDPR Compliance Solution License-Free – TJC Group

Retention management functions within SAP ILM will be license-free to help SAP users for GDPR compliance. Good news for SAP customers, thanks to DSAG, the German-speaking SAP User Group.

04 March 2013 | less than 1 min read

FI_ELBANK : Access to archived SAP bank data

The electronic bank statement (bank extract) is the main pillar of SAP FI. The two major transactions which are used in SAP are; FEBA and FF_6, whereby FEBA allows for managing bank extracts.

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