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

Getting Started with SAP MM

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

Configuring Organizational Structures

• Establishing company codes, plants, storage locations, and purchasing organizations
• Linking organizational elements during customizing
• Setting up purchasing groups and document types
• Ensuring integration with FI and SD modules

Setting Up and Maintaining Master Data

• Creating and updating material master records
• Defining material types and field selection groups
• Configuring vendor masters and partner functions
• Managing info records and source lists
• Implementing BP (Business Partner) roles and views

Purchasing Workflows and Configuration

• Generating purchase requisitions and purchase orders
• Defining document types and number range assignments
• Implementing release procedures and approval workflows
• Configuring price determination and condition techniques
• Setting up output determination and message controls

Material Resource Planning (MRP)

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

Inventory Control and Configuration

• Processing goods receipt, goods issue, and stock transfers
• Configuring movement types and valuation classes
• Conducting physical inventory counts and reconciliation
• Managing stock determination and special stock scenarios
• Integration with warehouse management systems

Invoice Verification and Account Assignment

• Processing invoices and automatic account determination
• Performing three-way matching of PO, GR, and invoice
• Managing credit memos and blocked invoices
• Reconciling GR/IR accounts

Reporting and Analysis in SAP MM

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

Advanced Configuration Themes

• Automating purchase order creation and setting release strategies
• Configuring batch management and serial numbers
• Setting up consignment and subcontracting processes
• Handling third-party orders and stock transfers

System Administration and Best Practices

• Defining user roles and authorization objects
• Optimizing performance and archiving data
• Managing customization transports and version control
• Integrating MM with workflow and reporting tools

Recap and Path Forward