If you re tired of managing change requests in Microsoft Excel lists or sending transport releases via email, this practical guide is the book for you With detailed coverage of both the basic and extended configuration of Change Request Management within SAP Solution Manager, you'll quickly master all the methods and tools needed to systematically implement changes to SAP systems. In addition, you ll learn about important topics such as enhanced Transport Management (CTS+), Transport Strategies, Conditions, and Quality Gate Management. Change Request Management from A to Z: Discover best practices and little-know secrets for step-by-step technical configuration, creation of projects, and monitoring and administration. Practical Implementation: Familiarize yourself with numerous real-world areas of use: roles and activities, urgent correction, retrofit process, hot news, change tracking, configuration of work centers, and much more. ITIL in Real Life: Find practical tips and advice for implementing the Change Management process according to ITSM/ITIL.The Ideal Companion for all Project Phases: Learn how best to plan for a Change Request Management project, and continue to use this book as a reference for ongoing development and post-implementation optimization. Cross-Release Coverage: Based on the Enterprise Edition of SAP Solution Manager, almost all functions described can also be used for the standard edition (Release 7.0 SPS18).

This unique book helps administrators and IT managers to quickly understand the full functionality of SAP Solution Manager, release 4.0. Readers get a thorough introduction in the areas of Implementation and Operations, especially in the scenarios Project Management, Service Desk, Change Request Management, and the brand new function Diagnostics (root cause analysis). The integration capabilities with third-party tools from the areas of Help Desk and Modelling, as well as the relation between the functionality and ITIL Application Management are also dealt with in detail. The book is based on the latest information derived from the ramp-up experience of release 4.0, and makes extensive use of invaluable customer success stories. Highlights include: SAP Solution Manager and ITIL Support in the Application Management Phases End-to-End Solution Support Change Request Management Solution Monitoring and Reporting Solution Manager Diagnostics (Root Cause Analysis) Issue Management and Service Desk Roadmaps and Implementation Content Test Support and E-Learning Management Planning and Delivery of SAP Services Integration of Third Party Tools

Mit dem SAP Solution Manager können Sie Ihre IT-Services vereinheitlichen, auftretende Störungen schnell bearbeiten und Problemlösungen sowie Änderungen dokumentieren. Im Zentrum dieses Buches steht die Komponente zum Management von Kundenbeziehungen „CRM WebClient UI“ sowie deren an den Solution Manager angepasstes Nutzerinterface. Da das Web UI im ausgelieferten SAP-Standard für die meisten Kundenszenarien unzureichend ist, vermitteln die Autoren Hintergrundwissen zur Konfiguration anhand praktischer Beispiele. Damit spricht das Buch eine sehr breite Zielgruppe an – angefangen bei den Applikationsverantwortlichen, die sich einen Überblick über die Funktionalität des Solution Managers im Bereich IT-Servicemanagement verschaffen wollen, bis hin zu Administratoren und Entwicklern, welche das Web UI an kundenspezifische Anforderungen anpassen. • Benutzerrollen und Zuweisung • Technische Profile • Customizing detailliert erläutert • Anpassung des User Interfaces • Historische Entwicklung • Funktionalitäten im ITSM

With this hands-on guide to SAP Solution Manager (SolMan) 7.2, you'll find everything you need to maintain your SAP landscape First get a handle on basic concepts, see how to upgrade to 7.2, and configure your solution. Then dive into key functionality: monitoring, business process documentation, change control management, IT service management, testing, and more. Round out your skills with information on security and real-world case studies Highlights: -Upgrading to 7.2 -Configuration -Monitoring tools -Business process documentation -Quality Gate Management -Change Request Management (ChaRM) -Requirements management -IT Service Management (ITSM) -IT project and portfolio management -Testing -Business Process Operations -Security

The new edition of this best seller explains how SAP Solution Manager supports application management professionals (project managers and project teams, quality managers, and administrators) during the entire life cycle of SAP solutions. The book begins with a detailed overview of the innovative support concept, ”SAP Enterprise Support,” and provides readers with comprehensive coverage of all functional areas of SAP Solution Manager. Readers benefit from expert insights into the newest topics such as work centres and the Run SAP methodology. Then, explore how to use SAP Solution Manager for requirements analysis, design, set-up and configuration, deployment, operations, and optimising your solution. Throughout the book you’ll find in-depth usage examples with corresponding screenshots that highlight all key functions, including monitoring, service desk, change request management, root cause analysis, reporting, and the new quality management concept. In addition, you’ll gain practical knowledge that you can leverage immediately from an entirely new chapter on the SAP ecosystem, complemented by insightful customer reviews.