Testing Strategy Template
A comprehensive testing strategy for S/4HANA transitions. Define test phases, coverage, automation approach, and go-live readiness criteria.
test phases
test scenarios
regression ready
go-live criteria
Test Phases
Unit
Developer testing of individual configurations and custom code
2-4 weeks
SIT
System Integration Testing across modules and interfaces
4-6 weeks
UAT
User Acceptance Testing with business users
4-6 weeks
Regression
Automated testing of core processes
Ongoing
Performance
Load and stress testing
2-3 weeks
Coverage Matrix (Preview)
Test Coverage by Module
| Module | Unit | SIT | UAT | Regression | Key Scenarios |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finance (FI) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | AP/AR, GL posting, bank reconciliation |
| Controlling (CO) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Cost center, profit center, settlement |
| Sales (SD) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Order to cash, pricing, billing |
| Materials (MM) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Procure to pay, inventory, MRP |
| Interfaces | - | Yes | Yes | Yes | IDocs, APIs, middleware |
| Fiori Apps | Yes | Yes | Yes | - | Core apps, custom apps, launchpad |
Automation Strategy
Automate
High-frequency, stable processes
- • Core business transactions
- • Month-end processes
- • Integration touchpoints
- • Data validation
Semi-Automate
Variable processes with manual validation
- • Complex workflows
- • Approval processes
- • Exception handling
- • Report validation
Manual
Exploratory and edge cases
- • New functionality
- • Edge cases
- • Usability testing
- • Security testing
Defect Management
P1 - Critical
System down, no workaround
SLA: 4 hours
P2 - High
Major function blocked, workaround exists
SLA: 1 day
P3 - Medium
Function impaired but usable
SLA: 1 week
P4 - Low
Cosmetic or enhancement
SLA: As scheduled
Go-Live Readiness Criteria
Must Pass Before Go-Live
Test Completion
- 100% critical test cases executed
- 95% of all test cases executed
- Zero open P1 defects
- Less than 5 open P2 defects with workarounds
- Regression suite passes 100%
Performance & Readiness
- Performance benchmarks met (90th percentile)
- Load test passed at 1.5x expected volume
- Data migration validation complete
- Cutover dress rehearsal successful
- Support team trained and ready
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Related Resources
Last Updated
January 15, 2026
Sources
- •SAP Activate Testing
- •Best Practice Test Management
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