CopyTransactionalDataPRDtoQAS

Copying transactional data from a production system to a quality system in SAP can be achieved through several methods, depending on your specific requirements, system setup, and data volume. Below are the most common approaches:​

1. Remote Client Copy (Transaction Code: SCC9)

This method allows you to copy data from a client in the production system to a client in the quality system using a Remote Function Call (RFC) connection.​

Steps:

1. Ensure that an RFC connection exists between the production and quality systems.

2. In the quality system, execute transaction code SCC9.

3. Enter the source client (from production) and select an appropriate copy profile:

   • SAP_ALL: Copies all client-specific data, including transactional data.

   • SAP_CUST: Copies customizing data without master or transactional data.

   • SAP_USER: Copies user master records.

4. Schedule the copy job to run immediately or at a specified time.

5. Monitor the progress using transaction code SCC3.​

Considerations:

• Ensure that the target client is not in use during the copy process.

• The copy process can be time-consuming depending on the data volume.

• Post-copy activities may be required, such as adjusting number ranges and logical system names.​

2. Test Data Migration Server (TDMS)

SAP's TDMS tool allows for the transfer of specific subsets of data from production to non-production systems.​Comunidad SAP

Features:

• Selective data transfer based on time slices or organizational units.

• Data scrambling to protect sensitive information.

• Reduced data volume in the target system, leading to faster copies.​Comunidad SAP

Considerations:

• TDMS requires a separate license and setup.

• Suitable for scenarios where only specific data is needed in the quality system.​

3. Client Export/Import (Transaction Codes: SCC8/SCC7)

This method involves exporting a client from the production system and importing it into the quality system.​

Steps:

1. In the production system, execute transaction code SCC8 to export the client.

2. Transfer the export files to the quality system's transport directory.

3. In the quality system, execute transaction code SCC7 to import the client.​

Considerations:

• This method is suitable for large data volumes.

• Ensure that the target client is prepared for the import, and necessary backups are taken.​

4. Data Sync Manager (DSM) by EPI-USE

DSM is a third-party tool that facilitates the copying of specific data sets between SAP systems.​

Features:

• Selective data copying based on business requirements.

• Data masking capabilities for sensitive information.

• Reduced downtime and system impact during the copy process.​

Considerations:

• DSM requires a separate license and installation.

• Suitable for organizations needing frequent and flexible data copies.​

5. SAP S/4HANA Cloud Test Data Refresh

For SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition, SAP offers a Test Data Refresh service that replaces existing transactional and master data in a quality system with data from the production system.​

Features:

• Automated data refresh process managed by SAP.

• Option to depersonalize data to comply with data protection regulations.​

Considerations:

• Available only for SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition.

• Requires a subscription and adherence to SAP's refresh schedule.​

Final Notes:

• Always ensure that proper authorizations and backups are in place before performing any data copy operations.

• Coordinate with your SAP Basis team to choose the most appropriate method based on your system landscape and requirements.

• Post-copy activities, such as adjusting number ranges, logical system names, and user authorizations, are crucial to ensure the quality system functions correctly.​Comunidad SAP