System Copy Runbook
A comprehensive runbook for SAP system copies. Covers pre-copy preparation, post-copy configuration, and automation opportunities.
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What's Included
Pre-Copy Checklist
Tasks to complete before the copy: save configurations, document settings, notify stakeholders, verify dependencies.
Post-Copy Checklist
Tasks after copy: remove production settings, restore target configs, validate interfaces, restart services.
Automation Guide
Guidance on which tasks can be automated and recommended tools for streamlining the process.
Pre-Copy Tasks (Preview)
Tasks to Complete Before System Copy
Configuration Backup
- Export RFC destinations (SM59)
- Document logical system names (BD54)
- Save printer configurations (SPAD)
- Export background job schedules (SM37)
- Document number ranges
- Save user parameters and variants
Communication & Planning
- Notify impacted users of downtime
- Confirm copy window with SAP/hyperscaler
- Verify backup completion
- Document current system status
- Prepare rollback plan
- Confirm post-copy resources available
Post-Copy Tasks (Preview)
Tasks to Complete After System Copy
Remove Production Settings
- Delete production batch jobs
- Disable production interfaces/IDocs
- Update logical system name
- Modify RFC destinations to point to non-prod
- Disable external email delivery
- Block production user IDs
Restore Target Configuration
- Restore QA/Dev RFC destinations
- Re-import saved printer configs
- Restore test user access
- Re-enable test batch jobs
- Validate interface connectivity
- Run smoke tests
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Common Pitfalls to Avoid
Forgetting RFC destinations
Risk: Production systems receive test data
Prevention: Always verify RFC targets point to correct environment
Not disabling batch jobs
Risk: Duplicate transactions created in production
Prevention: Block all PRD jobs before system comes online
Missing printer configs
Risk: Output goes to wrong physical devices
Prevention: Export printer configs pre-copy, restore post-copy
Skipping interface validation
Risk: Silent failures in downstream systems
Prevention: Test all critical interfaces before release
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Last Updated
January 15, 2026
Sources
- •SAP System Copy Guide
- •RISE Operations
Information based on publicly available SAP documentation and industry sources. For the latest details, consult SAP official materials or qualified partners.