databricks Platform · Updated Jul 8, 2026

Anthropic Claude Sonnet 4 Retirement

Claude Sonnet 4 will be retired on October 9, 2026, with Claude Sonnet 4.6 as the recommended replacement.

What it does

Anthropic Claude Sonnet 4 is scheduled for retirement on October 9, 2026, following Databricks' model lifecycle policy. Once retired, the model will no longer be accessible, and any workloads utilizing it will cease to function. Users are encouraged to transition to Claude Sonnet 4.6, which is the recommended replacement model.

Why it matters

This retirement is crucial for maintaining access to the latest advancements in AI models, ensuring users benefit from improved performance and capabilities. Transitioning to the recommended model will help avoid disruptions in service and maintain operational efficiency. Organizations relying on Claude Sonnet 4 should act promptly to migrate their workloads to prevent any service interruptions.

Key capabilities

Model Lifecycle Management

Databricks manages models through a lifecycle from update to deprecation to retirement.

Migration Guidance

Users are provided with documentation to assist in migrating to the recommended replacement model.

Notification System

Users receive notifications in the Databricks UI when a model is deprecated.

Access Control

Deprecated models remain available only for workspaces with existing usage until retirement.

Architecture

Foundation Model APIs → Model Management → Model Retirement Process

In short

Claude Sonnet 4 will be retired, and users should switch to Claude Sonnet 4.6 to avoid service disruptions.

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Key takeaway

Transitioning from Claude Sonnet 4 to Claude Sonnet 4.6 is essential to maintain uninterrupted access to advanced AI capabilities.

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