SAP MM (Materials Management): Configuration, Management, and Processes Training Course

Introduction to SAP MM

• Overview of SAP ERP architecture and module integration.
• MM submodules: master data, purchasing, inventory management, and MRP.
• Distinguishing between B2B and B2C procurement scenarios.
• Understanding critical transactions within SAP MM.

Configuring Organizational Structures

• Defining company codes, plants, storage locations, and purchasing organizations.
• Assigning organizational elements during customization.
• Establishing purchasing groups and document types.
• Integration points with FI and SD modules.

Master Data Configuration and Administration

• Creating and maintaining material master data records.
• Configuring material types and specific field selections.
• Setting up vendor master data and partner functions.
• Creating and managing info records and source lists.
• Configuring BP (Business Partner) roles and views.

Purchasing Processes and Configuration

• Initiating purchase requisitions and generating purchase orders.
• Defining document types and assigning number ranges.
• Implementing release procedures and approval workflows.
• Mastering price determination and condition techniques.
• Configuring output determination and system messages.

Material Resource Planning (MRP)

• MRP fundamentals and selection of planning strategies.
• Configuring MRP parameters and planning file entries.
• Automating the generation and management of purchase requisitions.
• Utilizing MRP lists and stock requirement reports.

Inventory Management and Configuration

• Processing goods receipts, goods issues, and transfer postings.
• Configuring movement types and valuation classes.
• Managing the physical inventory process and reconciliation.
• Stock determination logic and special stock management.
• Integration with warehouse management systems.

Invoice Verification and Account Determination

• Posting invoices and configuring automatic account determination.
• Performing three-way matching among PO, GR, and invoices.
• Processing credit memos and handling blocked invoices.
• Reconciling GR/IR accounts.

Reporting and Analytics in SAP MM

• Utilizing standard reports and transaction codes.
• Generating list displays (e.g., ME2N, MB51).
• Configuring purchasing information systems.
• Integrating with SAP BW for advanced analytics.

Advanced Configuration Topics

• Automated purchase order creation and release strategies.
• Batch management and serial number configuration.
• Setting up consignment and subcontracting processes.
• Third-party and stock transfer scenarios.

System Administration and Best Practices

• Defining user roles and authorization objects.
• Performance tuning and data archiving strategies.
• Managing customization transports and version control.
• Integrating MM with workflow and reporting tools.

Conclusion and Next Steps