The changeover from R/3 to ERP saw the first convergence of financial accounting and controlling in SAP, for example the mapping of profit center accounting in the general ledger. This marks the beginning of a common direction, which is also reflected in the development of SAP ERP to S/4HANA. The focus is on consistent data, increased transparency and more efficient and faster processes. With S/4HANA, the standardization of processes and the simplification of data models goes one step further and thus offers the basis for maximum added value: the automation of your processes and the best possible use and analysis of your data. S/4HANA entices with attractive new functionalities. But even if your switch to S/4HANA is not yet within reach, some of these are already available to you. Some of these new features can already be implemented in ERP. This gives you the opportunity to get the most out of your ERP system and also make the upcoming transformation process easier by switching to the new applications on S/4HANA in advance.