Accessing legacy data with SNP Datafridge: A simple video guide for SAP users

As companies transition to new platforms like SAP S/4HANA, decommissioning older SAP environments becomes a practical step to reduce costs and streamline operations. However, historical data retention remains a priority. This is where SNP Datafridge comes in, offering a secure, intuitive way to access legacy data without having to maintain the entire SAP infrastructure.

9/30/2024  |  2 min

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Jan Meszaros

Manager Data Management

Topics

  • Application Lifecycle Management
  • Archiving and Decommissioning
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Seamless data retrieval

SNP Datafridge simplifies access to historical data by integrating directly with your active SAP system. With the transaction code /SNP/DATAFRIDGE, you can retrieve information stored in legacy SAP systems without switching between different platforms. Whether your legacy data is stored in SAP ECC or even older R/3 systems, SNP Datafridge acts as a bridge, enabling you to perform familiar reporting and retrieval tasks within your S/4HANA environment.

For example, you can easily view FI (Financial Accounting) documents, such as general ledger line items, using reports like FBL3N. Standard SAP modules allow you to retrieve the data you need with minimal effort. Even custom fields and attachments that were part of the original transaction can be displayed without impacting the performance of the live system. This is crucial for companies aiming to meet auditing requirements or generate reports based on historical data without risking the performance of their current landscape.

This video demonstrates how to easily access legacy data using SNP Datafridge:

Key aspects of SNP Datafridge:

·       User-friendly experience: SNP Datafridge mimics the familiar SAP interface, providing a seamless way to access legacy data. Users can easily interact with purchase orders, sales orders, and financial records without disrupting productivity.

·       Efficiency and cost savings: By consolidating data access and decommissioning multiple legacy systems, organizations can significantly reduce infrastructure and administrative costs. SNP Datafridge also enhances security by isolating legacy data in a managed environment.

·       Compliance and auditing: SNP Datafridge ensures that historical data remains accessible and auditable, even after decommissioning source systems. This capability supports regulatory compliance by allowing users to generate reports, retrieve documents, and review transaction histories.

 

SNP Datafridge provides an efficient and user-friendly way to access legacy data, reducing the need to keep aging systems active while ensuring that critical information remains available. This not only supports day-to-day business operations but also fulfills long-term compliance needs, all while cutting down on costs and infrastructure complexity.

Author

Jan.Meszaros@snpgroup.com.jpg

Jan Meszaros

Manager Data Management

Topics

  • Application Lifecycle Management
  • Archiving and Decommissioning

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