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Difference Between SAP Client Copy and SAP System Refresh

SAP Client Copy allows for the replication of data from one client within the same or different SAP systems, focusing on specific client data, while SAP System Refresh involves copying the entire database from production to a non-production system. Client Copy is faster and has minimal system impact, whereas System Refresh is slower and overwrites the entire target system. Use Client Copy for partial data needs and System Refresh for full system replication for testing or training purposes.

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Difference Between SAP Client Copy and SAP System Refresh

SAP Client Copy allows for the replication of data from one client within the same or different SAP systems, focusing on specific client data, while SAP System Refresh involves copying the entire database from production to a non-production system. Client Copy is faster and has minimal system impact, whereas System Refresh is slower and overwrites the entire target system. Use Client Copy for partial data needs and System Refresh for full system replication for testing or training purposes.

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Difference Between SAP Client Copy and SAP System Refresh (With Complete

Backup)

SAP provides Client Copy and System Refresh as methods to replicate data across systems,
but they serve different purposes.

System Refresh (With Complete


Aspect Client Copy
Backup)
Copies data within the same Copies the entire database (including
Definition system (or between different all clients) from production to a
systems) at the client level. non-production system (QA/DEV).
Full system-level copy (database,
Only selected client data (e.g.,
Scope profiles, configurations, jobs, and
master data, transactional data).
users).
Data Volume Partial Data Copy (One client). Full System Copy (All clients).
Faster, as it only copies a single Slower, as it restores the entire
Execution Time
client. database.
Minimal impact, as only a High impact, as the entire target
Impact on System
specific client is affected. system is overwritten.
✅ Used when you need to
✅ Used when creating a new
replicate a specific client (e.g.,
Use Case QA/DEV system from Production
test client in the same or different
for testing and development.
system).
- Copying client-specific tables - Database backup & restore, SID
Process Involves using SCCL (local copy) or SCC9 change, RFC, background jobs,
(remote copy). security changes.
Transactional
Can be copied selectively. Full transactional data is copied.
Data
Master Data Can be copied selectively. All master data is included.
RFC, Batch Jobs Everything is copied (but needs SID
Need to be configured manually.
& User Data adjustments).

🔹 1. What is SAP Client Copy?

SAP Client Copy allows the replication of only one client’s data from one SAP system to
another (or within the same system).

Types of Client Copy

Type T-Code Description


Local Client Copy SCCL Copies client within the same SAP system.
Remote Client SCC9 Copies client from another SAP system via RFC.
Type T-Code Description
Copy
Client SCC8 / Used for large clients, exporting data to be imported into
Export/Import SCC7 another system later.

Steps to Perform a Client Copy

1. Create the Target Client in SCC4.

2. Run Client Copy via SCCL (Local) or SCC9 (Remote).

3. Monitor Copy Progress in SCC3.

4. Verify Data Consistency in the new client.

✅ Used when only one client needs to be copied (e.g., QA client from PRD).

🔹 2. What is SAP System Refresh?

SAP System Refresh is the process of copying an entire SAP system (including all clients)
from production to a non-production environment (QA/DEV).

Steps in a System Refresh

1. Backup the Target System (to prevent rollback issues).

2. Stop SAP Services and restore the database backup from PRD.

3. Adjust system-specific parameters (DEFAULT.PFL, SID changes).

4. Clean up background jobs, spool requests, and RFC connections.

5. Unlock users and validate the system.

✅ Used when a full system copy is required for testing or training.

🔹 Key Differences & When to Use Each

Use Client Use System


Scenario
Copy? Refresh?
Copying a specific client only ✅ Yes ❌ No
Use Client Use System
Scenario
Copy? Refresh?
Copying the full system (all clients) ❌ No ✅ Yes
Refreshing QA/DEV with full production data ❌ No ✅ Yes
Copying only master data & configurations ✅ Yes ❌ No
Preserving system-specific settings (RFC, background
❌ No ✅ Yes
jobs, users)
Faster execution with minimal impact ✅ Yes ❌ No

🎯 Conclusion

• Client Copy (SCCL/SCC9) is faster and limited to one client.

• System Refresh (Full Backup & Restore) replicates the entire SAP system and is used
for QA/DEV refresh from PRD.

• If you need partial data (one client only), use Client Copy.

• If you need a full system refresh, use System Refresh.

Would you like a detailed step-by-step guide for a specific method? 🚀

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