Highlight Features MAKERS CHOICE 25-08
[Integration] OData in Apps (In Preview)
We’re thrilled to announce a significant leap forward in our native SAP integration capabilities! Our new OData Connector and Data Service Activity now support both OData Version 4 and Version 2, opening up a world of possibilities. We’ve also transformed the way OData is consumed, shifting from server-side to client-side processing to better align with the OpenUI5 Standard. This change brings a fresh and dynamic integration experience to our users. (Read more)
[User Experience] Easily integrate OData Services as value help in your Applications
In MAKERS CHOICE 25-03, we have already introduced the integrated value help and suggestions based on Business Object output or Variables. Now the usage of OData services as value help is also integrated, bringing user guidance, increasing data quality, and speeding up the identification of the correct values to the next level. (Read more)
[Interaction] Build and deploy your Applications to the Apple App Store within App Editor (In Preview)
Finally, deploying your Applications as an iOS/iPadOS App into the Apple App Store is directly integrated in the App Editor. Build a Mobile Application in three simple steps and directly deploy it from the App Editor to the Apple App Store. The deployment of Android Apps to the Google Play Store within the App Editor is already possible since MAKERS CHOICE 25-07. (Read more)
[Integration] Use Entra ID OAuth Client Credentials Flow as Login Method for Connectors
With MAKERS CHOICE 25-07, Simplifier has already introduced the Entra ID OAuth Client Credentials Flow in the System’s E-Mail settings, empowering you to use modern authentication for sending emails. Now, this Authentication Flow is also available for Connectors! Integrating M365 shared inboxes, writing and reading files from OneDrive or SharePoint with generic users, sending Teams Messages as a Bot, using the Microsoft Graph API in workflows, … – All those use cases are easier to implement than ever! No need to obtain and handle bearer tokens manually anymore! Just configure the Login Method, add it to your endpoints, and let Simplifier do the magic! This means more time to focus on the important things. (Read more)
Changelog MAKERS CHOICE 25-08
Projects
- [User Experience] The Project list is now sorted by alphabet (Upper/Lower case is ignored)
- [User Experience] The Project and Business Roles select list is now sorted by alphabet (Upper/Lower case is ignored)
App Building
- [Integration] Renamed Activity ‘Data Service’ to ‘OData Services’ and enhanced it to enable OData in Applications (In Preview) (Read more)
- [Interaction] iOS/iPadOS Apps for your Simplifier Applications can now be built and deployed directly from the Application Editor (In Preview) (Read more)
- [User Experience] The Data Type selection list in the Data Workbench is now sorted by alphabet (Upper/Lower case is ignored)
- [User Experience] The Data Type lists are now sorted by alphabet (Upper/Lower case is ignored)
- [User Experience] The selection list of OData Services is now sorted by alphabet (Upper/Lower case is ignored)
- [User Experience] Float Inputs in the Admin Dashboard now have a consistent behavior regarding the input of decimal separators
Business Objects
- [User Experience] The Business Object’s Functions list is now sorted by alphabet (Upper/Lower case is ignored)
Connectors
- [Integration] New Proxy Connector released. Legacy Proxy Connectors will be migrated to the new Proxy Connector with release MC 25-10 (Read more)
- [Integration] New OData Connector release in Lifecycle Stage ‘In Preview’ to support OData v2 and v4 in Applications (Read more)
- [Integration] Microsoft Entra ID OAuth 2.0 Client Credentials Flow is now available as a Login Method for Connectors (Read more)
- [User Experience] The SOAP Connector Wizard can now override existing connector calls (Read more)
Transports
- [User Experience] The Transport Features list in Transport Packages is now sorted by alphabet (Upper/Lower case is ignored)
Logs and Monitoring
- [Governance] When logging for the HTTP Client is set to TRACE level, the value of the Authorization header is now obfuscated in the log output. Only the scheme (“Basic” or “Bearer”) is visible, followed by some asterisks
Standard Content
- [User Experience] Added a new value help source “OData v2” to our UI5 1.96 Input Widget (Read more)
System Requirement Changes MAKERS CHOICE 25-08
There are no changes in System Requirements.
General Upgrade Instructions for MAKERS CHOICE 25-08
We have installation instructions prepared based on the versions you are upgrading from:
- Upgrade from MAKERS CHOICE 25-07 to MAKERS CHOICE 25-08
- Upgrade from LTS Release Simplifier 9 to MAKERS CHOICE 25-08
If you are setting up a new instance, please follow our installation guide for MAKERS CHOICE 25-08.
Manual Changes that should already be done before upgrading to MAKERS CHOICE 25-08
Activate enhanced security (optional)
Activate enhanced security for Business Objects, Templates, and Plugins, if you have deactivated them. (See documentation)
Please check if your roles are set up accordingly and contain execution permission for all required Server-side Business Objects, read permission for all the necessary Templates as well as the relevant Plugin Permissions. Take care that you explicitly use your app-relevant/project roles during testing (and not Standard-Roles like SF_Developer or SF_Administrator).
Manual Changes after upgrading to MAKERS CHOICE 25-08
Refresh License
Refresh the license on your instances to benefit from our new AI Cloud services (Read more).
Check your SSL certificates for hosts used by your Proxy Connectors
The new Proxy Connector does not allow invalid SSL certificates if the hostname does not match the SSL certificate’s hostname. Please check the SSL certificates for all hosts of your current Proxy Connectors, if they allow invalid SSL certificates (Read more).
Update Standard Content
Update Standard Content to ensure you have all current fixes and features available on your instances. (Download here)
Please check the endpoint of AppWizard Connector, Standard Workflow Connectors, Login, and Captcha Connector (Read more).
Manual Changes after upgrading all instances to MAKERS CHOICE 25-08
Switch to Client 2.0 Route for accessing Proxy Connectors within Scripts/Client-side Business Objects/REST API
Customers hosted in our Simplifier Cloud will get all occurrences listed upon your Upgrade Request. For on-premise instances, please contact our Customer Success Team. They let you know how to identify the places that have to be changed.
The client 1.0 route for Proxy Connectors will be removed with Simplifier 11. Thus, you should first complete the upgrade on all instances and then modify the Scripts/Business Objects as necessary before replacing the route. For more details, please see the Discontinued Tab (Read more).
Replace OData V2 Connectors with new OData Connectors
Replace your legacy OData V2 Connectors with our new OData Connector and switch to the Data Service Shape in your Applications/Modules (Read more).
The legacy OData V2 Connector will be removed with MAKERS CHOICE 25-12. Thus, you should first complete the upgrade on all instances and then replace them with a new OData Connector. For more details, please see the Discontinued Tab (Read more).
Deprecated Features MAKERS CHOICE 25-08
[Integration] OData V2 Connector
With the release of our new OData Connector, our legacy OData V2 Connector has been deprecated. Please create new OData Connectors and integrate them into your Applications and Modules
Deprecated since MAKERS CHOICE 25-08; Removal with MAKERS CHOICE 25-12/Simplifier 11
[Integration] Client 1.0 API route to access Proxy-Connector
Our new Proxy Connector will be accessible via the Client 2.0 route (Read more). Starting with MAKERS CHOICE 25-10/Simplifier 10, all old Proxy Connectors are migrated to the new one. Until Simplifier 11, the Client 1.0 route is still available. If you use it in Scripts, Client-side Business Objects, or REST-Connectors, please change it to the Client 2.0 route to keep accessing your Proxy Connectors.
Deprecated since MAKERS CHOICE 25-08; Removal with Simplifier 11
[Integration] Parameter ‘parametrized’ on calling Business Objects within Scripts and Client-Side Business Objects
When calling Server-Side Business Objects within Scripts or Client-Side Business Objects, the developer was able to deactivate the input validation by setting the API’s parameter ‘parametrized’ to false. This parameter is now deprecated. You can already deactivate the parameter in the Feature Settings.
Deprecated since MAKERS CHOICE 25-07; Removal with MAKERS CHOICE 25-12/Simplifier 11
[Interaction] Event tab in UI Designer
Our UI designer still has the legacy feature to add scripts to events directly in the Event tab. As we want to provide a consistent App Building, we will remove this feature with Simplifier 10. Simply use our Process Designer instead.
As we are developing our new Application Editor as a parallel solution to the existing one, we won’t remove that feature, but will not implement it in the new one
Deprecated since Simplifier 8 EHP 3; Removal in new Application Editor
[Integration] Javascript execution in PDFs created by PDF Plugin
Currently, it is possible to add Javascript to PDFs created by PDF Plugin. This is a potential risk for Server Side XSS (PDF Injection) and Server Side Request Forgery (SSRF). The option to add Javascript to PDFs in PDF Plugin is now deactivated but can be activated at its own risk. The activation is subject to be removed in later Releases.
Deprecated since Simplifier 8 EHP 3; Removal tbd
[System requirements] Support of Oracle for Simplifier databases
Oracle support for your Simplifier instances has been deprecated and will be removed in a future release.
Deprecated since Simplifier 8 EHP 4; Removal tbd
[Integration] Removed setting to activate deprecated Connector API
The settings to activate deprecated Connector API will be removed with Simplifier 10 LTS. Please make sure you do not use the deprecated Connector API anymore.
Deprecated since Simplifier 8 EHP 4; Removal tbd
Removed Features MAKERS CHOICE 25-08
[Integration] Captcha Plugin
Our Captcha Plugin won’t be updated anymore and was removed from the plugin list in our default installation/upgrade guides.
See our Knowledge Base article on ‘How to use Google reCAPTCHA v3 Essentials‘ for an alternative solution.
Deprecated since MAKERS CHOICE 25-01; Final removal with Simplifier 11
Release Date: August 27zh, 2025
End of Maintenance: October 22nd, 2025
All Simplifier releases and updates are provided on Docker Hub Repository.
- Highlights
-
Highlight Features MAKERS CHOICE 25-08
[Integration] OData in Apps (In Preview)
We’re thrilled to announce a significant leap forward in our native SAP integration capabilities! Our new OData Connector and Data Service Activity now support both OData Version 4 and Version 2, opening up a world of possibilities. We’ve also transformed the way OData is consumed, shifting from server-side to client-side processing to better align with the OpenUI5 Standard. This change brings a fresh and dynamic integration experience to our users. (Read more)
[User Experience] Easily integrate OData Services as value help in your Applications
In MAKERS CHOICE 25-03, we have already introduced the integrated value help and suggestions based on Business Object output or Variables. Now the usage of OData services as value help is also integrated, bringing user guidance, increasing data quality, and speeding up the identification of the correct values to the next level. (Read more)
[Interaction] Build and deploy your Applications to the Apple App Store within App Editor (In Preview)
Finally, deploying your Applications as an iOS/iPadOS App into the Apple App Store is directly integrated in the App Editor. Build a Mobile Application in three simple steps and directly deploy it from the App Editor to the Apple App Store. The deployment of Android Apps to the Google Play Store within the App Editor is already possible since MAKERS CHOICE 25-07. (Read more)
[Integration] Use Entra ID OAuth Client Credentials Flow as Login Method for Connectors
With MAKERS CHOICE 25-07, Simplifier has already introduced the Entra ID OAuth Client Credentials Flow in the System’s E-Mail settings, empowering you to use modern authentication for sending emails. Now, this Authentication Flow is also available for Connectors! Integrating M365 shared inboxes, writing and reading files from OneDrive or SharePoint with generic users, sending Teams Messages as a Bot, using the Microsoft Graph API in workflows, … – All those use cases are easier to implement than ever! No need to obtain and handle bearer tokens manually anymore! Just configure the Login Method, add it to your endpoints, and let Simplifier do the magic! This means more time to focus on the important things. (Read more)
- Changelog
-
Changelog MAKERS CHOICE 25-08
Projects
- [User Experience] The Project list is now sorted by alphabet (Upper/Lower case is ignored)
- [User Experience] The Project and Business Roles select list is now sorted by alphabet (Upper/Lower case is ignored)
App Building
- [Integration] Renamed Activity ‘Data Service’ to ‘OData Services’ and enhanced it to enable OData in Applications (In Preview) (Read more)
- [Interaction] iOS/iPadOS Apps for your Simplifier Applications can now be built and deployed directly from the Application Editor (In Preview) (Read more)
- [User Experience] The Data Type selection list in the Data Workbench is now sorted by alphabet (Upper/Lower case is ignored)
- [User Experience] The Data Type lists are now sorted by alphabet (Upper/Lower case is ignored)
- [User Experience] The selection list of OData Services is now sorted by alphabet (Upper/Lower case is ignored)
- [User Experience] Float Inputs in the Admin Dashboard now have a consistent behavior regarding the input of decimal separators
Business Objects
- [User Experience] The Business Object’s Functions list is now sorted by alphabet (Upper/Lower case is ignored)
Connectors
- [Integration] New Proxy Connector released. Legacy Proxy Connectors will be migrated to the new Proxy Connector with release MC 25-10 (Read more)
- [Integration] New OData Connector release in Lifecycle Stage ‘In Preview’ to support OData v2 and v4 in Applications (Read more)
- [Integration] Microsoft Entra ID OAuth 2.0 Client Credentials Flow is now available as a Login Method for Connectors (Read more)
- [User Experience] The SOAP Connector Wizard can now override existing connector calls (Read more)
Transports
- [User Experience] The Transport Features list in Transport Packages is now sorted by alphabet (Upper/Lower case is ignored)
Logs and Monitoring
- [Governance] When logging for the HTTP Client is set to TRACE level, the value of the Authorization header is now obfuscated in the log output. Only the scheme (“Basic” or “Bearer”) is visible, followed by some asterisks
Standard Content
- [User Experience] Added a new value help source “OData v2” to our UI5 1.96 Input Widget (Read more)
- Migration Notes
-
System Requirement Changes MAKERS CHOICE 25-08
There are no changes in System Requirements.
General Upgrade Instructions for MAKERS CHOICE 25-08
We have installation instructions prepared based on the versions you are upgrading from:
- Upgrade from MAKERS CHOICE 25-07 to MAKERS CHOICE 25-08
- Upgrade from LTS Release Simplifier 9 to MAKERS CHOICE 25-08
If you are setting up a new instance, please follow our installation guide for MAKERS CHOICE 25-08.
Manual Changes that should already be done before upgrading to MAKERS CHOICE 25-08
Activate enhanced security (optional)
Activate enhanced security for Business Objects, Templates, and Plugins, if you have deactivated them. (See documentation)
Please check if your roles are set up accordingly and contain execution permission for all required Server-side Business Objects, read permission for all the necessary Templates as well as the relevant Plugin Permissions. Take care that you explicitly use your app-relevant/project roles during testing (and not Standard-Roles like SF_Developer or SF_Administrator).
Manual Changes after upgrading to MAKERS CHOICE 25-08
Refresh License
Refresh the license on your instances to benefit from our new AI Cloud services (Read more).
Check your SSL certificates for hosts used by your Proxy Connectors
The new Proxy Connector does not allow invalid SSL certificates if the hostname does not match the SSL certificate’s hostname. Please check the SSL certificates for all hosts of your current Proxy Connectors, if they allow invalid SSL certificates (Read more).
Update Standard Content
Update Standard Content to ensure you have all current fixes and features available on your instances. (Download here)
Please check the endpoint of AppWizard Connector, Standard Workflow Connectors, Login, and Captcha Connector (Read more).
Manual Changes after upgrading all instances to MAKERS CHOICE 25-08
Switch to Client 2.0 Route for accessing Proxy Connectors within Scripts/Client-side Business Objects/REST API
Customers hosted in our Simplifier Cloud will get all occurrences listed upon your Upgrade Request. For on-premise instances, please contact our Customer Success Team. They let you know how to identify the places that have to be changed.
The client 1.0 route for Proxy Connectors will be removed with Simplifier 11. Thus, you should first complete the upgrade on all instances and then modify the Scripts/Business Objects as necessary before replacing the route. For more details, please see the Discontinued Tab (Read more).
Replace OData V2 Connectors with new OData Connectors
Replace your legacy OData V2 Connectors with our new OData Connector and switch to the Data Service Shape in your Applications/Modules (Read more).
The legacy OData V2 Connector will be removed with MAKERS CHOICE 25-12. Thus, you should first complete the upgrade on all instances and then replace them with a new OData Connector. For more details, please see the Discontinued Tab (Read more).
- Discontinued
-
Deprecated Features MAKERS CHOICE 25-08
[Integration] OData V2 Connector
With the release of our new OData Connector, our legacy OData V2 Connector has been deprecated. Please create new OData Connectors and integrate them into your Applications and Modules
Deprecated since MAKERS CHOICE 25-08; Removal with MAKERS CHOICE 25-12/Simplifier 11
[Integration] Client 1.0 API route to access Proxy-Connector
Our new Proxy Connector will be accessible via the Client 2.0 route (Read more). Starting with MAKERS CHOICE 25-10/Simplifier 10, all old Proxy Connectors are migrated to the new one. Until Simplifier 11, the Client 1.0 route is still available. If you use it in Scripts, Client-side Business Objects, or REST-Connectors, please change it to the Client 2.0 route to keep accessing your Proxy Connectors.
Deprecated since MAKERS CHOICE 25-08; Removal with Simplifier 11
[Integration] Parameter ‘parametrized’ on calling Business Objects within Scripts and Client-Side Business Objects
When calling Server-Side Business Objects within Scripts or Client-Side Business Objects, the developer was able to deactivate the input validation by setting the API’s parameter ‘parametrized’ to false. This parameter is now deprecated. You can already deactivate the parameter in the Feature Settings.
Deprecated since MAKERS CHOICE 25-07; Removal with MAKERS CHOICE 25-12/Simplifier 11
[Interaction] Event tab in UI Designer
Our UI designer still has the legacy feature to add scripts to events directly in the Event tab. As we want to provide a consistent App Building, we will remove this feature with Simplifier 10. Simply use our Process Designer instead.
As we are developing our new Application Editor as a parallel solution to the existing one, we won’t remove that feature, but will not implement it in the new one
Deprecated since Simplifier 8 EHP 3; Removal in new Application Editor
[Integration] Javascript execution in PDFs created by PDF Plugin
Currently, it is possible to add Javascript to PDFs created by PDF Plugin. This is a potential risk for Server Side XSS (PDF Injection) and Server Side Request Forgery (SSRF). The option to add Javascript to PDFs in PDF Plugin is now deactivated but can be activated at its own risk. The activation is subject to be removed in later Releases.
Deprecated since Simplifier 8 EHP 3; Removal tbd
[System requirements] Support of Oracle for Simplifier databases
Oracle support for your Simplifier instances has been deprecated and will be removed in a future release.
Deprecated since Simplifier 8 EHP 4; Removal tbd
[Integration] Removed setting to activate deprecated Connector API
The settings to activate deprecated Connector API will be removed with Simplifier 10 LTS. Please make sure you do not use the deprecated Connector API anymore.
Deprecated since Simplifier 8 EHP 4; Removal tbd
Removed Features MAKERS CHOICE 25-08
[Integration] Captcha Plugin
Our Captcha Plugin won’t be updated anymore and was removed from the plugin list in our default installation/upgrade guides.
See our Knowledge Base article on ‘How to use Google reCAPTCHA v3 Essentials‘ for an alternative solution.
Deprecated since MAKERS CHOICE 25-01; Final removal with Simplifier 11
- Release Info
-
Release Date: August 27zh, 2025
End of Maintenance: October 22nd, 2025
All Simplifier releases and updates are provided on Docker Hub Repository.
