Knowing Your Upgrades

Upgrades in a public cloud system are essential to ensure that the software remains up-to-date with the latest features, security enhancements, and performance improvements, thereby maintaining optimal functionality and security for users.

Since SAP Digital Manufacturing is a public cloud solution, SAP proactively applies the software updates and patches during the defined maintenance windows. Customers are notified of these updates in advance to ensure transparency and preparedness.

The main characteristics of the SAP Digital Manufacturing upgrades are:

• The SAP Digital Manufacturing test system is upgraded first, always during the weekend. Two weeks later, the production system is upgraded.
• During the upgrade periods, there will be downtime for your SAP Digital Manufacturing systems. You will receive an e-mail notification once the systems are successfully upgraded.

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Knowing the upgrade dates is especially relevant during cutover activities, as new features are introduced in both the Production and Test tenants, and there is a system downtime.

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Find all upcoming upgrade dates and details here.

Here are some recommended activities to prepare in advance for the upcoming SAP Digital Manufacturing upgrades:

1. Review the "What’s New" preview content planned for future versions.
2. Register to attend the "SAP Digital Manufacturing What’s New" webinars.
3. Familiarize yourself with the required upgrade tasks to ensure a smooth transition.
4. Have a plan to adopt the latest innovations that can add value to your planning process or close existing gaps.

Upgrades ensure that the SAP Digital Manufacturing system receives the latest features and functionalities, enhancing performance and mitigating potential security risks. They offer access to the newest innovations and improvements, which boost productivity, efficiency, and overall user experience.