Modernizing SAP Custom Code for a Global Steel and Engineering Enterprise

A leading Japanese steel and engineering enterprise initiated a critical SAP modernization initiative to ensure its ERP system remained stable and compliant during ongoing system upgrades and digital transformation efforts.

To reduce technical risk and maintain operational continuity, the company engaged Eitekh to conduct comprehensive SAP custom code remediation and validation across its finance, procurement, and sales systems.

Client Profile

Industry	Steel & Engineering
SAP Modules	Finance/Controlling, Materials Management, Sales & Distribution
Project Focus	Custom Code Remediation

Business Challenge

The client’s SAP environment contained extensive legacy custom ABAP code and integrations accumulated over years of operations. As part of ongoing SAP upgrades and modernization initiatives, these custom components posed several risks:

• Potential compatibility issues with newer SAP versions

• Integration vulnerabilities with external enterprise systems

• Data inconsistencies during system upgrades

• Increased complexity in testing and validation processes

Without proactive remediation, these challenges could disrupt mission-critical business operations in finance and supply chain management.

Eitekh Solution

Eitekh implemented a targeted remediation and validation program designed to future-proof the client’s SAP ecosystem while maintaining system stability.

Key services included:

Phase	Activities
System Assessment	Environment analysis and custom code inventory
Code Remediation	Collaboration with ABAP teams to correct custom programs
Integration Validation	Verification of interfaces with external systems
Data Validation	Pre- and post-upgrade report comparisons
Quality Assurance	Comprehensive unit testing of corrected code
Hypercare	Rapid issue resolution during stabilization phase

The project followed best practices used in large-scale SAP upgrade and S/4HANA readiness programs.

Business Impact

The engagement delivered substantial improvements to the client’s SAP environment.

Key results:

• Successful remediation of critical custom SAP code

• Improved system stability during upgrade activities

• Validation of data integrity across financial and operational reporting

• Reduced risk of downtime or integration failures

• Increased readiness for future SAP S/4HANA modernization initiatives

Strategic Value

By addressing legacy code in its SAP environment, the organization established a stronger foundation for future ERP transformation and cloud adoption. Eitekh’s targeted remediation framework enabled the client to maintain operational continuity while preparing its SAP ecosystem for long-term modernization.