Modernizing from legacy ERPs to SAP Cloud ERP: A smarter way to migrate
How to modernize and consolidate your move from a non-SAP ERP to SAP Cloud ERP – with structure, control, and confidence at every step.
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You’ve relied on your ERP system for years (or maybe even decades). It runs critical processes, but it’s showing its age. It wasn’t built for the cloud, real-time data, or what your business needs next. Or you’re an existing SAP user and want to consolidate your non-SAP systems to SAP as part of a larger SAP project.
SAP Cloud ERP is the clear path forward. But moving from a non-SAP system like Oracle EBS or Navision isn’t simple. You’re facing custom code, embedded processes, and a migration path that looks risky and expensive.
Legacy ERP systems: Stable, but no longer sustainable
Most legacy ERPs were built for a different era. Systems like Oracle EBS, Microsoft Navision, or Costpoint were customized over years to fit specific business needs, and they’ve delivered on that promise.
But today, those same systems are standing in the way of transformation. They weren’t designed for cloud architectures, real-time reporting, or AI-driven planning.
As a result, teams often face:
- Fragile, point-to-point integrations
- Customizations that have turned into technical debt
- Small changes triggering long testing cycles
- Processes that break under modern demands
What’s more, support windows are shrinking, and skilled resources are harder to find. And maintaining aging infrastructure can be risky and costly.
Now, businesses are feeling the pressure to both modernize and stay competitive. Organizations want to standardize processes, cut operating costs, and unlock data that’s been stuck in silos for years. But even with a clear destination in mind – SAP Cloud ERP – the path forward can feel anything but clear and easy to follow.
That’s because migrating from a non-SAP system to SAP isn’t just a technical project. It’s a structural shift – and one that comes with real complexity.
What makes non-SAP to SAP migration complex
Modernizing to SAP Cloud ERP isn’t as simple as exporting data and loading it into a new system. Non-SAP platforms often come with proprietary data models, custom extensions, and tightly coupled integrations that don’t map cleanly to SAP’s structure.
In most cases, teams face challenges like:
- Incompatible data schemas and object relationships
- Manual mapping that’s slow, error-prone, and hard to validate
- A lack of reusable logic or standardized transformation tools
- No clear way to test and iterate safely before the go-live
Add to that the risk of disrupting daily operations, and it’s easy to see why many organizations delay migration projects, even when the need is clear. The result? Expensive workarounds, duplicated efforts, and stalled digital initiatives.
But it doesn’t have to be that way. There’s a way to bring structure, control, and repeatability to even the most complex migrations.
Kyano Crossway: Built for platform-agnostic modernization
Kyano Crossway is designed specifically to handle the complexities of migrating from non-SAP systems to SAP Cloud ERP. And you won't be forced to start from scratch.
It replaces manual workarounds with a structured, guided process that’s repeatable across systems, projects, and entities. Whether you're moving from Costpoint, Navision, or another non-SAP system, Crossway helps you migrate on your terms.
Here’s how Kyano Crossway helps you modernize with less disruption and more control.
Migrate at your pace, with full control
Not every migration needs to be all-or-nothing. With Kyano Crossway, you can modernize in phases, prioritize what matters most, and avoid unnecessary disruption to the business.
Whether you’re consolidating multiple ERPs into SAP or moving one system at a time, Kyano Crossway gives you the flexibility to:
- Migrate only what’s needed – business objects, processes, or full datasets
- Run migrations in orchestrated steps to minimize downtime
- Maintain visibility throughout each phase with clear logging and status tracking
- Validate results using built-in checks before your systems go live
This level of control reduces the risk of rework, ensures system integrity, and gives IT teams (and stakeholders) the confidence to move forward without compromise. And because Crossway separates transformation logic from infrastructure, your migration isn’t tied to any one deployment model. Cloud, hybrid, or on-prem – it’s your choice.
Reduce risk. Increase reusability. Speed up outcomes.
Kyano Crossway doesn't just make migration possible, it also makes it repeatable and efficient. For organizations with multiple entities or complex ERP environments, that’s a critical difference.
Instead of rebuilding transformation logic from scratch for every project, Crossway enables:
- Reusability: Use templates, mappings, and transformation rules across projects and systems. SNP will also provide content through Kyano Marketplace
- Automation: Streamline repetitive steps to reduce manual effort and human error
- Validation: Catch issues early with built-in checks and step-by-step execution control
This approach shortens project timelines and lowers the total cost of the transformation – not just for the first migration, but for everything that follows. It also creates consistency. Whether you’re migrating three systems or thirty, you’ll follow the same process, all while improving quality, reducing risk, and accelerating time to value.
Why Kyano Crossway is a smarter path to SAP Cloud ERP
Most organizations know where they want to go: A clean, future-ready SAP environment. The challenge is how to get there without disrupting what already works.
Kyano Crossway gives you that path. It supports migrations from selected non-SAP systems directly into SAP Cloud ERP, with a focus on flexibility, security, and long-term sustainability.
What sets it apart:
- Platform-agnostic architecture: No dependency on source systems or rigid infrastructure
- Deployment flexibility: Use it as a cloud service or run in your own data center
- Seamless integration: Part of the Kyano platform, built on SNP’s proven migration methodology
- Security and transparency: Detailed logging, authentication integration, and complete process visibility
It’s the opposite of a one-off tool or a fragile workaround. Crossway is designed to support structured, scalable modernization, even for the most complex enterprises. If you're planning a move to SAP Cloud ERP (or even just exploring what's next), now is the time to rethink how to get your migration done.
Over to you: Choose a smarter way to move to SAP Cloud ERP
By now, you’ve seen what makes Kyano Crossway different. It's a structured approach that supports flexibility, reduces risk, and helps you move forward with confidence. Whether you're still weighing your options or ready to start planning, we’re here to help you take the next step.
Talk to us to see how Crossway could support your migration goals.