SapMachine 16 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
SapMachine 16 reached end of life on 14 Sept 2021. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the SapMachine release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 15 Mar 2021 | — |
| End of life | 14 Sept 2021 | 4.9 years ago |
| Latest release | 16.0.2 · 22 Jul 2021 | final |
Where to go from 16
Recommended target: SapMachine 26 (supported until 15 Sept 2026).
The newest actively supported branch is SapMachine 26 (latest release 26.0.2).
Frequently asked questions
Is SapMachine 16 still safe to use?
SapMachine 16 reached end of life on 14 Sept 2021, 1,790 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download SapMachine 16?
Yes — the final release (16.0.2) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade SapMachine 16 to?
Upgrade to SapMachine 26, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 15 Sept 2026).