It will be possible to update a Microsoft Business Central sandbox environment to the preview version starting with the public preview for 2025 release wave 2.

It will help to:
๐ข Identify and address potential issues from environment data or extensions before updating production.
๐ข Test new functionality and update with your own data for accurate performance representation.
๐ข Validate that installed apps and integrations will work with the new version, allowing time for necessary changes.
๐ข Use a preview environment similar to production for early user readiness activities like training and communication.
More Info: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/dynamics365/release-plan/2025wave1/smb/dynamics365-business-central/update-sandbox-environments-preview-versions
Regards,
Tharanga Chandrasekara