The AZ-1006: Migrate and Modernize SAP in the Microsoft Cloud course teaches professionals how to plan and execute SAP migration and modernization strategies on Microsoft Azure. This 8-hour hands-on course covers Azure infrastructure for SAP, migration tools and methodologies, high availability and disaster recovery design, and post-migration optimization for enterprise SAP landscapes. Esamatic srl, a Microsoft Learning Partner in Milan, delivers this course with Microsoft Certified Trainers.

Applied Skills Credential: validates competency in migrating and modernizing SAP workloads on Azure
SAP Migration Strategies: lift-and-shift, re-platform, and re-architecture approaches for SAP systems
Azure Infrastructure for SAP: VM sizing, Azure NetApp Files, and managed disks for SAP HANA and NetWeaver
High Availability Design: availability zones, load balancers, and Pacemaker clusters for SAP resilience
Post-Migration Optimization: performance tuning, cost optimization, and operational best practices

Course Overview: AZ-1006 Migrate and Modernize SAP in the Microsoft Cloud

As enterprises accelerate their digital transformation, migrating SAP workloads to Microsoft Azure has become a strategic priority. The AZ-1006 course provides practical experience with SAP migration planning, Azure infrastructure design for SAP HANA and S/4HANA, disaster recovery implementation, and modernization strategies that leverage Azure-native services to enhance SAP landscapes.

Learning Objectives

Plan SAP migration to Azure — assess current SAP landscapes, select migration strategies, and design target Azure architectures
Configure Azure infrastructure for SAP — provision VMs, storage, and networking optimized for SAP HANA and NetWeaver workloads
Implement high availability and DR — design resilient SAP deployments using availability zones, Azure Site Recovery, and cross-region replication
Optimize post-migration operations — tune performance, implement monitoring, and manage costs for SAP on Azure

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for SAP technical consultants, cloud architects, system administrators, and IT professionals managing SAP environments who are planning or executing cloud migration projects.

Career Benefits

SAP cloud migration expertise is in high demand as the SAP ecosystem transitions to S/4HANA on cloud platforms. The AZ-1006 Applied Skills credential validates practical ability to migrate and modernize SAP on Azure — a skill valued in SAP BASIS administration, cloud architecture, and enterprise migration consulting roles.

Prerequisites

Azure Administrator (AZ-104) or Azure Solutions Architect (AZ-305) certification or equivalent experience
Prior SAP HANA or SAP NetWeaver training and hands-on experience
Experience with Microsoft Azure services and infrastructure
Knowledge of SAP workload requirements and architecture

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the AZ-1006 Applied Skills credential?

The AZ-1006 is a Microsoft Applied Skills credential that validates hands-on ability to migrate and modernize SAP workloads on Azure. It is earned through a performance-based lab assessment.

How does AZ-1006 differ from AZ-120?

AZ-120 is a broader certification covering all aspects of SAP on Azure planning and administration. AZ-1006 focuses specifically on migration and modernization scenarios, providing targeted expertise for SAP cloud transition projects.

Do I need SAP experience before taking AZ-1006?

Yes. This course requires existing knowledge of SAP HANA or NetWeaver systems, plus Azure infrastructure experience. It is not suitable for SAP beginners.