SAP Consultant (S/4HANA Migration)

Hi all, I'm looking for SAP Consultant to help with migration to S/4HANA. Your responsibilities Design and execute S/4HANA migration strategies and detailed migration plans Assess and categorize migration data for completeness, consistency, and quality Lead data cleansing, enrichment, and transformation across source systems Develop, configure, and coordinate migration tooling for automated and manual data loads Manage end-to-end migration cycles — mock runs, blackout periods, cutover execution Monitor progress, flag risks early, and drive proactive mitigation Collaborate directly with project leads, functional consultants, and client stakeholders to align on timelines and expectations SAP ECC to S/4 migration what is that all about? Marshaled straightforward technical knowledge for direct response Marshaled straightforward technical knowledge for direct response SAP ECC to S/4HANA migration is one of the biggest topics in the enterprise software world right now, so here's the rundown: What's actually happening ECC (ERP Central Component) is SAP's older-generation ERP system, running on traditional relational databases (Oracle, SQL Server, etc.). S/4HANA is SAP's next-generation ERP, built specifically to run on SAP's own in-memory database, HANA. The core driver isn't just "newer is better" — it's that SAP is ending mainstream support for ECC. The deadline has moved around a bit, but it's currently set for end of 2027, with extended (paid) support available for some customers until 2030. After that, ECC customers are on their own for major updates and compliance patches. This is creating a massive forced-migration wave across basically every large enterprise still on ECC. Why it's a big deal technically Data model overhaul: S/4HANA simplifies SAP's data structures significantly (e.g., the Universal Journal in Finance consolidates what used to be many separate tables). This isn't a simple version bump — it's a re-architecture. In-memory computing: HANA processes data in RAM instead of on disk, enabling real-time analytics and reporting without separate BI/data warehouse layers for many use cases. UI change: Moving from the old SAP GUI/transaction-code world to Fiori, SAP's modern web-based UI. The three main migration paths Greenfield – Rebuild from scratch on S/4HANA. Clean slate, but expensive and disruptive; good if your ECC system has 20 years of customization cruft. Brownfield – Technical conversion/lift-and-shift of the existing system to S/4HANA. Faster and cheaper, but you carry over existing complexity and technical debt. Hybrid/Selective Data Transition – Cherry-pick what to migrate vs. rebuild; middle ground, popular for large complex landscapes. Why it matters beyond IT These projects are notoriously long (12–36+ months) and expensive (often tens of millions for large enterprises). They touch nearly every business process — finance, supply chain, manufacturing, HR — so it's as much organizational change management as it is technical. There's a services boom around this: SAP itself, the big SIs (Accenture, Deloitte, Capgemini, etc.), and countless boutique consultancies are all riding this wave, similar to the Y2K remediation boom in scale of consulting demand. Is there a specific angle you're curious about — the business case, the technical migration mechanics, or maybe the market/consulting opportunity side of it? who is needed for that migration? Marshaled general knowledge to address migration query Marshaled general knowledge to address migration query An SAP ECC to S/4HANA migration pulls in a pretty wide bench of roles because it touches technology, business process, and change management simultaneously. Here's the breakdown: Core technical/functional roles SAP Basis consultants – handle the technical infrastructure: system conversion, HANA database setup, sizing, landscape architecture, upgrades. SAP Functional consultants (by module) – FI/CO (Finance/Controlling), MM (Materials Management), SD (Sales & Distribution), PP (Production Planning), WM/EWM (Warehousing), HCM, etc. Each module typically needs its own specialist since S/4HANA changes configuration and data structures differently per area. ABAP developers – for custom code remediation. Existing custom ABAP code (Z-programs, enhancements) usually needs to be checked and rewritten for S/4HANA compatibility (SAP's "custom code migration" step). Data migration specialists – critical role; moving and cleansing master/transactional data into the new data model (especially given S/4's simplified data structures like the Universal Journal). Integration specialists – for interfaces to other systems (CRM, third-party tools, EDI, middleware like SAP PI/PO or BTP). Fiori/UX specialists – building and configuring the new Fiori launchpad and apps, since UI paradigms shift substantially. Security/authorization consultants – roles and authorizations often need rebuilding, not just copying over. Project & program roles Program/Project managers – these are large, multi-year efforts needing dedicated PM discipline. Solution/Enterprise architects – decide greenfield vs. brownfield vs. hybrid, and how S/4 fits the broader IT landscape. Business process owners/SMEs – from finance, supply chain, sales, etc. — people who actually know how the business runs, not just the system. Change management/training leads – since Fiori UI and process changes affect end users significantly; adoption failure is a common project risk. Testing/QA leads – regression testing across critical business processes is a huge chunk of these projects. Governance/oversight SAP Basis/Security auditors – for compliance-heavy industries (finance, pharma, etc.) Client-side IT leadership (CIO/IT Director sponsorship) – needed to arbitrate scope and unblock decisions given how disruptive these projects are. A note on market dynamics Given the 2027 deadline, there's currently a shortage of experienced S/4HANA resources relative to demand — particularly people who've done multiple live conversions (not just training/certification). This is pushing up day rates for Basis and functional consultants with real S/4 migration experience, especially in DACH and UK markets where the SAP install base is dense. Is this research for something specific — sizing out a potential practice area, or just building context on the space? write job offer using https://www.pracuj.pl/praca/sap-consultant-s-4-hana-migration-wroclaw,oferta,1004684966 Recalibrated SAP template toward Salesforce consultancy positioning Recalibrated SAP template toward Salesforce consultancy positioning Here's a job offer draft modeled on that Capgemini posting's structure, but positioned for YouDigital — either as a bench/capacity role for a partner engagement or a direct client placement. I've kept the technical substance (ABAP, Migration Cockpit, ETL, greenfield/brownfield experience) since that's clearly the market-calibrated requirement set for this kind of role. SAP Consultant (S/4HANA Migration) — YouDigital Location: Remote / Hybrid (Kraków, Łódź, or Prague) — open to candidates across Poland and CEE Type: B2B contract / Staff augmentation placement (UK & DACH client engagements) Level: Senior (Mid/Regular–Senior) About YouDigital YouDigital is a Salesforce Silver Partner and technical consultancy delivering staff augmentation and project delivery to consultancies and enterprises across the UK and DACH markets. We're expanding our bench into adjacent enterprise platforms — including SAP S/4HANA migration — to meet growing partner demand ahead of the 2027 ECC end-of-support deadline. You'll work as part of a small, senior, delivery-focused team, embedded directly with client-facing partners rather than buried in a large delivery layer. About the role You'll lead technical S/4HANA migration workstreams for our clients — shaping migration approach, owning data preparation and quality, and driving execution through mock runs and cutover. You'll work closely with functional teams, client stakeholders, and our delivery leadership, with real ownership of outcomes rather than a narrow ticket-based role. Your responsibilities Design and execute S/4HANA migration strategies and detailed migration plans Assess and categorize migration data for completeness, consistency, and quality Lead data cleansing, enrichment, and transformation across source systems Develop, configure, and coordinate migration tooling for automated and manual data loads Manage end-to-end migration cycles — mock runs, blackout periods, cutover execution Monitor progress, flag risks early, and drive proactive mitigation Collaborate directly with project leads, functional consultants, and client stakeholders to align on timelines and expectations What we're looking for Required: 8+ years of experience in the SAP ecosystem Strong ABAP OO expertise, including performance optimization and debugging in migration scenarios Proven data migration experience, including strong command of SAP Migration Cockpit (object modeling, staging tables, direct transfer, BAPI-based loads) and hands-on ETL work (extraction, cleansing, transformation, validation) Experience scoping migrations and participating in client-facing workshops, requirements gathering, and design sessions Strong professional English; comfortable in client-facing settings