SAP Basis daily checklist with step details

1. System Availability Check

Verify that all SAP systems are up and running.

Access the system monitoring tool.
Check the status of each SAP instance.
Ensure no system is in a failed state.
Confirm all required services are active.

Check the system logs for any critical errors or warnings.

Open the transaction code SM21.
Filter logs for critical errors and warnings.
Review timestamps for recent entries.
Note any issues for further investigation.

Review the status of the database instance.

Use transaction code DB02 or DBACOCKPIT.
Check database uptime and status.
Review performance metrics for anomalies.
Ensure database backups are current.

Here are some additional steps you could include in the "System Availability Check" section of your SAP Basis daily checklist

1. **System Availability Check**

Verify that all SAP systems are up and running

Access the system monitoring tool.
Check the status of each SAP instance.
Ensure no system is in a failed state.
Confirm all required services are active.

Check the system logs for any critical errors or warnings

Open the transaction code SM21.
Filter logs for critical errors and warnings.
Review timestamps for recent entries.
Note any issues for further investigation.

Review the status of the database instance

Use transaction code DB02 or DBACOCKPIT.
Check database uptime and status.
Review performance metrics for anomalies.
Ensure database backups are current.

- Confirm that all application servers are available and responding

- Perform a ping test to evaluate network connectivity to the SAP systems

- Check the status of the message server and load balancing functionality

- Ensure that all necessary services (like ICM, Web Dispatcher, etc.) are active

- Validate that the SAP GUI or web access is functioning correctly for users

- Monitor the status of dependent systems (e.g., integration with third-party applications)

- Review the status of the SAProuter connection if applicable

- Check SAP EarlyWatch Alert reports for any outstanding issues or alerts

- Verify that the system time is synchronized across all servers (NTP settings)

- Ensure that all scheduled maintenance windows are adhered to and logged

- Validate that any failover or high-availability solutions are operational

- Document any downtime incidents and notify relevant stakeholders if necessary

These steps will help ensure a comprehensive overview of system availability and readiness for the day

2. Performance Monitoring

Analyze the system performance metrics (CPU, memory, disk usage).

Check the response times for critical transactions.

Review the workload distribution across application servers.

3. Background Job Monitoring

Check the status of scheduled background jobs.

Identify any jobs that failed or are still running longer than expected.

Review job execution logs for issues.

4. Data Backup Verification

Confirm that the last backup was completed successfully.

Review backup logs for any errors or warnings.

Ensure that backup schedules are set properly for the upcoming days.

5. User Management

Review user access and authorization changes.

Monitor for any locked or inactive user accounts.

Check for any unauthorized access attempts.

6. Transport Management

Verify the status of transports in the queue.

Ensure that all necessary transports have been imported successfully.

Check for any errors in the transport logs.

7. System Updates and Patches

Confirm that all necessary SAP notes and patches are applied.

Review the status of any ongoing upgrade or maintenance tasks.

Check for any upcoming maintenance windows or scheduled downtimes.

8. Security Check

Review security logs for any unusual activities.

Ensure that all security-related settings are configured properly.

Check for system vulnerabilities and apply necessary fixes.

9. Documentation and Reporting

Update the daily operations log with key findings and actions taken.

Generate performance and availability reports for management.

Document any incidents or issues for future reference.

10. End of Day Review

Conduct a final check of all critical systems.

Ensure that all tasks from the checklist have been completed.

Communicate any concerns or required follow-ups to the relevant teams.