The year 2027 marks a critical deadline for companies using SAP. Standard support for legacy systems (like ECC 6.0) will end. While paid extended support is available until 2030, it will be costly. Therefore, the transition to S/4HANA is becoming a necessity. Companies that fail to migrate risk significantly higher costs and serious operational disruptions.
If you are planning your SAP S/4HANA migration and need to hire the right specialists, this article will be an invaluable guide.
Why are companies delaying the S/4HANA migration?
A fundamental system overhaul
This isn’t a simple update; it’s a full-scale re-implementation. Companies must reorganize processes, train employees on the new system, and often reinforce their internal IT departments.
Difficulty finding or recruiting
S/4HANA Specialists & SAP S/4HANA experts are highly sought after, but the talent pool remains limited. This leads to challenges in finding implementation partners and results in higher service costs.
Customization and integration
Many existing integrations and custom solutions must be adapted from scratch. Furthermore, if a company opts for the S/4HANA Cloud version, customization options are highly limited, which discourages some clients.
The S/4HANA migration timeline
The migration is a lengthy process requiring significant resources. Estimates suggest a minimum of one to one-and-a-half years, which means serious disruptions to daily operations.
Implementation costs and risk
The implementation is expensive and doesn’t always deliver clear, immediate business benefits. Many organizations worry the investment will not provide a fast enough ROI.
Competing business priorities
Many companies are focused on immediate challenges like inflation, regulatory changes, or sales digitalization. A major ERP migration consequently falls to a lower priority.
Uncertainty about the future
Clients are wary that SAP may introduce further sweeping technological changes down the line.
SAP S/4HANA recruitment trends in Poland
Recruiting and hiring SAP S/4HANA specialists is becoming an increasing challenge for businesses. We, as the recruitment agency Next Technology Professionals, which also specializes in this area, know how to align business requirements with market realities.
Shortage of SAP S/4HANA Experts in the Polish job market
Poland still has a limited number of SAP S/4HANA specialists, while business demand is growing. In 2025, this deficit could reach several dozen percent relative to needs. Competition from international companies further complicates SAP recruitment in Poland.
High salary expectations of SAP Specialists
Experienced SAP S/4HANA consultants command high rates. Companies must plan their budgets accordingly or use the support of an agency to cost-effectively acquire the best experts.
How to find and Hire the Best SAP S/4HANA Consultants?
It’s not enough just to offer high rates – work culture, development opportunities, and meaningful participation in transformation projects are also crucial. SAP recruitment agencies can help companies quickly reach top talent and support the onboarding process, minimizing the risk of attrition.
How Can Next Technology Professionals Help You Find SAP Experts?
Fast Access to Verified SAP Experts
A top IT recruitment agency maintains its own database of verified SAP consultants ready to work on migration projects. We match candidates to fit the industry and specific needs of your company.
We analyze SAP and IT Market Data
As Next Technology Professionals, we create numerous reports on the IT job market and beyond. We gather internal data, which we transform into actionable insights for our clients.
Fast and effective SAP Consultant Recruitment
We use modern methods like executive search (headhunting) and competency tests to find the right people quickly and accurately. This shortens the recruitment timeline, which is especially critical for projects with tight deadlines.
Recruitment for Other SAP Roles
We help clients recruit for positions such as: SAP Consultant (by module: FI, CO, SD, MM, PP, HR, PM, PS), SAP Integration Consultant (PI/PO, CPI), SAP Security / GRC Consultant, and others. Check our SAP recruitment services page, where we also share our case studies.
Why Outsource your SAP Recruitment to an Agency?
The migration to SAP S/4HANA is a process that demands not only technology but, above all, the right specialists. It requires a strategic approach and expert support. Contact us to learn how we can help you recruit the best SAP specialists.
Let’s talk about your SAP S/4HANA recruitment needs during a free consultation today. Our precise recruitment process allows us to rapidly connect with the best specialists on the market, perfectly matched to your requirements. See how we successfully found an SAP FI expert for a global corporation and sourced an SAP FI/CO specialist in under a month.