Rimini Street Launched Cloud Migration Service for SAP
The new offering allows firms to move SAP systems to the cloud while keeping existing perpetual software licenses.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Data Centers
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Rimini Street has introduced Rimini Cloud for SAP, a service designed to move SAP ECC or S/4HANA systems onto modern cloud infrastructure. The offering functions as an alternative to official vendor-defined migration programs.
Why it matters
The service addresses the increasing difficulty companies face in retaining specialized staff to manage dedicated data center hardware. It provides a pathway for organizations to reduce infrastructure costs without forcing changes to their underlying software licenses.
The service enables organizations to transition existing ERP (enterprise resource planning) systems to cloud environments while preserving custom integrations and perpetual software licenses. It separates infrastructure management from vendor-specific subscription requirements.
The players
Rimini Street
An enterprise software support provider known for offering third-party maintenance services for Oracle and SAP products.
SAP
A multinational software corporation that provides enterprise resource planning systems and cloud migration services.
The details
Rimini Cloud for SAP operates by decoupling the infrastructure layer from the software vendor's licensing ecosystem. By migrating to this cloud-based architecture, organizations can maintain their existing customizations without requiring the code rewrites often mandated by proprietary cloud transition programs.
Timeline
September 22, 2026: Rimini Cloud for SAP was introduced.
The Tech Race
This development serves as an alternative to SAP S/4HANA cloud migration programs by enabling firms to shift infrastructure without surrendering perpetual licenses. It challenges the industry trend toward mandatory, vendor-led subscription models for cloud-hosted enterprise software.
Organizations currently running SAP ECC or S/4HANA systems can now evaluate this service to potentially reduce data center overhead while maintaining current software configurations. Interested firms should assess their existing perpetual license agreements to determine compatibility with the new infrastructure model.
The takeaway
The move signals a growing market demand for flexibility in how enterprises manage their legacy software stacks in a cloud-first environment. Organizations should watch for future technical documentation regarding data migration performance to verify these efficiency claims.
Further reading
For broader trends in infrastructure management, see the Data Centers section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by ERP Today.
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