Hello Jan
There are different execution modes in SUM.
You should use the "Single" mode if it is a small scale patching.
The patching strategy with the help of a shadow system is good if there is a need to reduce the downtime of the system.
Please read this SAP note to understand how it works.
1803986 - Rules to use SUM or SPAM/SAINT to apply SPs for ABAP stacks
Regards
RB