A continual cycle is a type of change cycle that is used for development without specific phases. Within a continual cycle, all changes are implemented and tested. In contrast to a phase cycle, a continual cycle has a defined start. However, since maintenance is an ongoing process, the continual cycle can be repeated time and again.
The standard transaction type for a continual cycle is SMAI.
You can use a continual cycle if you want to manage your changes and developments without phase control. You can perform phase-independent and individual imports.
You can use a continual cycle for urgent changes, general changes, and administrative changes.
A continual cycle contains the following phases:
Created
Active
The major phase “Active” is used for all kinds of developments and changes.
Completed
Each continual cycle has a dedicated task list. Once the cycle is closed, the task list is closed as well.