The Cybersecurity Extension for SAP is an SAP Solution Manager addon that serves as an alternative to Onapsis for SAP vulnerability management and threat detection. Transitioning requires verifying that your SAP Solution Manager environment is running version 7.2 with Support Pack 10 or higher to ensure compatibility and system support.
Executive Summary
Switching from Onapsis to the Cybersecurity Extension for SAP involves migrating from standalone consoles and sensors to an integrated addon for SAP Solution Manager. Because Solution Manager is the industry-standard platform for SAP application lifecycle management—used by over 12,000 customers worldwide—it provides a robust, native environment for security monitoring. This transition guide outlines the critical preparation steps required to ready your Solution Manager platform. The primary requirement for a successful migration is confirming your system meets specific version and support pack thresholds. By validating these technical prerequisites before removing Onapsis consoles, sensors, users, and addons, organizations can ensure a seamless transition to the Layer Seven Security platform.
Key Takeaways
- The Cybersecurity Extension for SAP is an addon for SAP Solution Manager.
- Over 12,000 SAP customers use Solution Manager for application lifecycle management.
- The extension requires SAP Solution Manager 7.2, Support Pack 10 or higher.
- Verify system status via SAP GUI to ensure your environment meets requirements.
How do I prepare SAP Solution Manager for the transition?
You can prepare for the transition by ensuring your SAP Solution Manager environment is properly configured and meets the minimum version requirements. The Cybersecurity Extension for SAP is designed to function as an addon for Solution Manager, which is included in standard SAP support. Proper preparation ensures that the platform is ready to host the security tools previously managed by Onapsis.
How do I check my SAP Solution Manager version and support pack level?
You can verify your current version and support pack level by logging into SAP Solution Manager using the SAP GUI and checking the system status. Navigate to More > System > Status and click Details within the SAP System Data section. You must confirm that the component ST is Release 720 and the SP-Level is 010 or higher. If your SP level is lower than 10, you must perform a support pack update before proceeding with the installation.
FAQ
What is the Cybersecurity Extension for SAP?
The Cybersecurity Extension for SAP is an addon for SAP Solution Manager developed by Layer Seven Security. It provides an alternative to Onapsis for SAP vulnerability management, threat detection, and custom code security.
Can I remove Onapsis after the transition?
Yes. Once you have successfully transitioned to the Cybersecurity Extension for SAP, you can remove the Onapsis consoles and sensors from your SAP landscape, as well as the Onapsis users and addons in your SAP systems.
What are the minimum requirements for the Cybersecurity Extension for SAP?
The extension requires SAP Solution Manager version 7.2, Support Pack 10 or higher. If your system is running an older support pack level, you will need to perform an update to meet these requirements.