SAP IdM Migration – Replacement Strategy and Succession Planning

SAP is discontinuing support for SAP Identity Management. Companies that use SAP IdM must evaluate a replacement solution in a timely manner and plan their migration. IPG will guide you through the process, from the initial assessment to a successful transition.

  • SAP IdM End of Life: Action Required by 2027

    Maintenance for SAP Identity Management will end in 2027. To ensure a structured transition, we recommend starting the evaluation and planning process no later than 2025. The earlier you start, the more options and flexibility you will have.

Our Consulting Approach

Current-State Assessment

Comprehensive analysis of the SAP IdM functions, connectors, customizations, interfaces, and dependent systems.

Requirements Analysis

Definition of the business and technical requirements for the successor solution, based on the current setup and strategic objectives.

Market Analysis & Evaluation

Structured comparison of suitable successor solutions (e.g. SailPoint, One Identity, Saviynt, Microsoft Entra ID, NEXIS) based on your specific requirements.

Migration Planning

Detailed migration plan covering phases, milestones, resources, risks, and parallel-run scenarios.

Migration Support

Support throughout the implementation process, from piloting and phased rollout to the complete replacement and decommissioning of SAP IdM.

Quality Assurance

Ensuring the successor solution provides equivalent functionality while meeting all compliance and security requirements.

Timeline

Now

Start Assessment & Evaluation

Analyze your current SAP IdM usage and evaluate potential successor solutions.

2026

Decision & Project Kick-Off


Select the solution, finalize the contract, initiate the project, and begin the conceptual design phase.

2027

Implementation & Pilot Phase


Build the successor solution and run a pilot with selected systems and user groups.

2028

Go-Live & SAP IdM Decommissioning


Complete the migration, go live with the successor solution, and decommission SAP IdM in a controlled manner.

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Start planning today – we support you from the initial assessment through to the successful transition.

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