Solution Manager 4.0 Implementation Tools Experience Information

Hi,
We are looking at implementing the Blueprint, Configuration and Test Manager implementation tools for SM 4.0 to assist with our ERP2005 upgrade from 4.6C.
We have gone through pretty much everything that is available online for SM in SAP Service Marketplace and have taken SM training SMI310. We are at the next step of proceeding with the implementation.
I am looking for <b>anyone who has gone through an SM implementation</b> and can help with documented standards, templates and defined processes and user roles for Solution Manager implementation of the Blueprint, Configuration and Test Manager implementation tools.
Anything that can give us a better understanding and a head start to our SM implementation would be appreciated.

Hi
To answer some of your questions:
Keywords: We have used keyword "In scope" on structure nodes (processes, process steps) to allow the consultants to add relevant processes and documentation which is not relevant for the current project but must likely will be later. The keyword can then be used as a filter when generating blueprint.
Furthermore we have used keywords related to prototypes - so it is easy to apply a filter to show eg. which scenarios/processes are included in prototype1, prototype2 and so on,
We have a long list of documentation types, based on the best practice templates. Too many to list here.
Solution manager keeps track of document versions (history), so we use the standard status codes: "in process", when worked on. "review", when submittet to approval and "released" when finished.
There is no technical difference between doing config from SM vs in dev system  - as you basically access the img. But for people used to workíng in Dev system directly, it is a quite new way to work. And there are some configuration items not in the IMG - which then cannot be linked into SM.
IMG objects will appear in several processes, and one option is to link in the same img objects in several processes, and then place the documentation along with the objects in a way where the consultant use the "where used" function on img objects to check if it has already been used elsewhere, and then create a link to the documentation there, and work in the same document. But in several cases they would have to start a new document, if it is not logical to add to other documents containing info on how the img object is configured.
You can use the standard roles for application consultant and project manager - they should cover implementation needs.
Hope some of this information is useful
Regards
Lars

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    As phase 3 merges into phase 4, you should find yourselves not only in the midst of SAP
    training, but also in the midst of rigorous functional and stress testing. Phase 4 also
    concentrates on the fine tuning of your configuration before Go-live and more importantly, the
    migration of data from your old system or systems to SAP.
    Workload testing (including peak volume, daily load, and other forms of stress testing), and
    integration or functional testing are conducted to ensure the accuracy of your data and the
    stability of your SAP system. Because you should have begun testing back in phase 2, you do
    not have too far to go until Go-live. Now is an important time to perform preventative
    maintenance checks to ensure optimal performance at your SAP system.
    At the conclusion of phase 4, take time to plan and document a Go-live strategy. Preparation for
    Go-live means preparing for your end-users questions as they start actively working on the new
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    ASAP - Phase 5 - Go-live and Support:
    The Go-live milestone is itself is easy to achieve; a smooth and uneventful Go-live is another
    matter altogether. Preparation is the key, including attention to what-if scenarios related not only
    to the individual business processes deployed but also to the functioning of technology
    underpinning these business processes and preparation for ongoing support, including
    maintenance contracts and documented processes and procedures are essential
    solutionmanager means,
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    Purpose
    The SAP Solution Manager supports you throughout the entire lifecycle of your solutions, from the Business Blueprint thru configuration to production operation. It provides central access to tools methods and preconfigured content, that you can use during the evaluation, implementation, and productive operation of your systems.
    Features
    Implementation of the mySAP Business Suite
    • All phases of the implementation project (Business Blueprint, Configuration) are performed centrally in the Solution-Manager system.
    • Central project documentation repository in the Solution Manager
    • Integrated Project Administration allows you to manage planning schedules, human resources and other project data.
    Customizing Synchronization
    • The Customizing Scout, with which you can compare customizing in various SAP components, e.g. an ERP system with SAP MDM
    • The Customizing Distribution, with which you can synchronize customizing in various SAP components.
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    • Reuse of the project structure for process-oriented tests
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    Integrated authoring environment, with which customers and partners can create their own templates, which they can reuse in subsidiaries, e.g. in a global rollout
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    Creation of training material and learning maps (computer-supported self-tuition courses) to train end users after the implementation of new functions
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    • Analyze your system landscape with Service Level Reporting
    • System monitoring in real time
    • Business Process Monitoring
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    SAP_SUPPDESK_CREATE
    SAP_SUPPDESK_DISPLAY
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    SAP_SUPPDESK_PROCESS
    SAP_SUPPDESK_DISPLAY
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    SAP_CM_CHANGE_MANAGER
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    SAP_CM_TESTER_COMP
    SAP_CM_OPERATOR_COMP
    SAP_CM_PRODUCTIONMANAGER_COMP
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    SAP_SDCCN_DIS
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    SAP_SOLMAN_DIRECTORY_EDIT
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    SAP_SMDIAG_TEMPLATE
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    &#9679; Overview of Roles and Profiles in Satellite Systems
    &#9679; SAP Solution Manager 4.0 configuration guide
    &#9679; SAP note 834534
    &#9679; SAP note 803142
    Overview of Roles and Profiles in the Satellite Systems
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    If you use a trusting-trusted RFC connection, assign the authorization profile S_RFCACL to the user, as well.
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    b. Enter a role name and choose Copy Role.
    c. Enter the name of the new role in the To Role field.
    d. Choose Copy All.
    e. Save.
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    b. Choose ChangeAuthorization Data.
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    d.
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    e. Save.
    f. Generate the authorization profile.
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    a. Choose the Users tab.
    b. Enter the user names.
    c. Choose User Adjustment.
    d. Save.
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    e.
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    &#9679; Technical consultants are responsible for installing systems and providing technical support to users.
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    &#9679; Overview of Roles and Profiles in Satellite Systems
    &#9679; SAP Solution Manager 4.0 configuration guide
    &#9679; SAP note 834534 (Roles in the Solution Manager)
    &#9679; SAP note 803142 (Roles in Satellite Systems)
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    Technical name: SAP_SOL_PM_COMP
    Tasks
    Project managers are responsible for the realization of the desired project results and the daily management of the project. They anticipate deviations from the project direction and carry out the necessary corrective measures immediately. Project managers should also understand the integration of the business processes within the enterprise.
    Project managers are also members of the steering committee. They have decision-making authority in matters concerning the program and budget. He forwards strategic questions to the sponsor in order to make joint decisions.
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    The main responsibilities of the project manager include:
    • Organizing the entire project
    • Developing strategies and procedures for an efficient SAP implementation
    • Developing and maintaining the time schedule for the implementation project
    • Finalizing and managing the project scope, budget and deadlines in accordance with the approved plans
    • Assigning and managing resources
    • Monitoring project progress on a weekly basis
    • Carrying out evaluations and analyses
    • Carrying out a formal review at the end of each phase
    • Clarifying open issues in good time
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    • Representing the project internally and externally
    • Giving status updates to the whole project team
    Project managers can also copy content from a ValueSAP Edition 2 project into an SAP Solution Manager project. See the migration tool documentation.
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    Technical name: SAP_SOL_AC_COMP
    Tasks
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    They also work in close cooperation with legacy system experts, when extraction of legacy data is necessary.
    Activities in SAP Solution Manager
    The main responsibilities of the application consultant include:
    • Supporting definition and modeling of business processes
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    • Configuring the software to suit the required business processes and to meet analysis and report requirements
    • Determining the global and local standardization requirements
    • Determining requirements for organizational change in the enterprise
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    Tasks
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    Tasks
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    Depending on the scope and complexity of the implementation, technical consultants may work in several areas, for example, system administration, database administration, network administration, operating system administration, development of cross-application components, or ABAP development.
    For international projects, technical consultants also manage consultancy in the following areas:
    Country-specific business requirements and country-specific SAP software requirements
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    Time-zone issues
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    Tasks
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