Some authorized training resellers offer VMware images bundled with courseware. Verify they have a redistribution agreement with SAP.
SAP CAL provides pre-built images for VMware. You can "copy" an appliance to your own VMware environment. Sap Ides Vmware Image - Download
Setting Up Your SAP Learning Lab: A Guide to SAP IDES VMware Images You can "copy" an appliance to your own VMware environment
: Various community creators on YouTube provide download links for pre-installed images of ECC 6.0 EHP8 or S/4 HANA 1909 that are "ready to use" with lifetime validity. Acquiring an SAP IDES VMware image involves either
: At least 16GB (though 32GB+ is recommended for S/4 HANA).
Acquiring an SAP IDES VMware image involves either downloading pre-configured virtual machines from third-party sources or officially downloading software via the SAP Support Portal to build a custom machine. Third-party options include specialized providers, online forums, and video-based tutorials that offer ready-to-use systems. For a detailed guide on the official setup process, visit michael.romaniello.co . My Own SAP ECC 6.0 IDES Server (Part 1)
: These often include lifetime or extended validity (e.g., until the year 9999) and pre-loaded master data .