What is the basic difference between SAP ECC and SAP S/4 HANA

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SAP ECC is the previous generation ERP system, while SAP S/4 HANA is the latest version that runs on the HANA database.

SAP ECC is based on traditional row-based database technology, while SAP S/4 HANA utilizes in-memory computing with the HANA database.
SAP S/4 HANA offers real-time analytics and reporting capabilities, whereas SAP ECC requires separate data warehousing and reporting solutions.
SAP S/4 HANA simplifies the data model and eliminates redundant data storage, resulting in faster processing and reduced data footprint.
SAP S/4 HANA provides a simplified user interface and enhanced user experience compared to SAP ECC.
SAP S/4 HANA supports advanced technologies like machine learning, artificial intelligence, and Internet of Things (IoT) integration.
Example: In SAP ECC, transactional data is stored in multiple tables, while in SAP S/4 HANA, it is stored in a single table called Universal Journal.

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The basic difference is that ECC runs on third party data base Oracle where as HANA runs on its own database.

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