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SAP BPC Is Sunsetting — Here’s What Forward-Thinking Finance Teams Are Doing Instead

SAP BPC Is Sunsetting — Here’s What Forward-Thinking Finance Teams Are Doing Instead

SAP has officially begun the phase-out of its Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) platform. For many finance teams that have long relied on BPC for budgeting, forecasting, and financial consolidation, this news prompts a critical question:

What’s next?

While SAP suggests transitioning to their newer tools like SAP Group Reporting or S/4HANA for planning, many finance leaders are rethinking the entire equation. Rather than simply shifting to another SAP solution, they’re exploring more modern, agile Corporate Performance Management (CPM) platforms designed specifically for today’s dynamic finance function.

At RVNA Tech, we work with CFOs and FP&A leaders to navigate this shift—not just to replace BPC, but to upgrade the way they operate.

calendar icon SAP BPC End-of-Maintenance Timeline
BPC Version Platform End of Maintenance
BPC 10.1 for Microsoft Microsoft June 30, 2026
BPC 10.1 for NetWeaver NetWeaver December 31, 2027
BPC 10.1 Optimized for S/4HANA S/4HANA December 31, 2027
BPC 11.1 for BW/4HANA BW/4HANA 2.0 December 31, 2024
BPC 2021 for BW/4HANA BW/4HANA 2021 December 31, 2027
BPC for BW/4HANA (future releases) BW/4HANA Supported until 2040

These dates are now firmly set and are not expected to be extended further, emphasizing the need for organizations to plan their transition strategies accordingly. 

🏢 What Does This Mean for Your Organization?

With the approaching EOM dates, organizations using SAP BPC should consider the following:

  • Security and Compliance Risks: Post-EOM, SAP will cease providing updates, patches, and technical support, potentially exposing systems to security vulnerabilities and compliance issues.

  • Operational Challenges: Without official support, any issues that arise may lead to operational disruptions, as resolving them could become more complex and time-consuming.

  • Innovation Stagnation: Lack of updates means missing out on new features and improvements, which could hinder your organization's ability to innovate and stay competitive.

🛣️ Why BPC Customers Are Reconsidering Their Path

There are several reasons why a direct move to SAP’s suggested alternatives may not be the best fit:

  • Complexity: SAP’s newer planning tools still come with a steep learning curve and integration challenges.

  • Cost of Ownership: Maintaining SAP’s stack often comes with high licensing and infrastructure costs.

  • Limited Flexibility: Many finance teams want greater agility, more intuitive interfaces, and better user adoption than SAP’s ecosystem offers.

Ready to Move Beyond BPC?

The sunset of BPC is an opportunity—not just to replace a tool, but to rethink how finance adds value. If you're evaluating next steps, RVNA Tech is here to help you make a strategic and future-ready move.

Let’s connect for a 30-minute consultation to explore which platform makes the most sense for your organization.