Mastering ERP: Navigate Your Way to Expertise

In today’s fast-moving supply chain world, traditional warehouse management tools just don’t cut it anymore — especially when you’re dealing with high volumes, multiple product types, and real-time tracking needs. That’s where SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) steps in. Let’s break it down. 🔍 What is SAP EWM? SAP EWM is SAP’s strategic Warehouse Management system . It was designed to handle complex warehousing scenarios — whether you’re dealing with bulk goods, serial numbers, batches, or cross-docking. It goes far beyond basic inventory control, offering deep functionality for packaging, shipping, automation, and even labor management. Originally introduced in 2005 , EWM filled the gap where traditional SAP WM (Warehouse Management) fell short. And with SAP WM maintenance ending by 2027 , EWM is no longer optional — it’s the future. 🏗️ How Can You Deploy SAP EWM? SAP gives you flexibility in how you implement EWM: Decentralized EWM Runs on a separate system Works with ...

SAP Fiori brings a modern, role-based, and intuitive interface to the traditional SAP GUI world. For Materials Management (MM) in SAP S/4HANA, Fiori apps simplify operations, increase productivity, and enhance the user experience across procurement, inventory management, invoicing, and analytics. Let’s break down the key Fiori apps in SAP MM, categorized by business process areas. 📦 1. Operational Procurement These apps are tailored for procurement professionals, buyers, and self-service requestors. 🔹 Purchase Requisitions My Purchase Requisitions - New – Self-service requisitioning with user defaults, copy, confirm, delete, etc. Create Purchase Requisition - Advanced (ME51N) – SAP GUI app for professional requisition creation. Manage Purchase Requisitions - Professional – Supports lean services. Process Purchase Requisitions / V2 – For converting PRs to POs with advanced filtering. Release Purchase Requisition / Requisitions – Approve individually (ME54N) or in m...

With the introduction of SAP S/4HANA, MRP Live revolutionizes the classic MRP (Material Requirements Planning) process by leveraging the HANA in-memory database for high-speed, real-time planning. This post explains what MRP Live is, how it works, how it differs from classic MRP, and why it’s critical in modern supply chains. 🔍 What is MRP Live? MRP Live (MD01N) is SAP’s next-generation material planning tool designed for speed and efficiency. It uses the power of the HANA database to: Read and process data directly in-memory Eliminate intermediate data storage Plan large volumes of materials in parallel Support real-time planning scenarios Key T-code: MD01N – MRP Live execution 🧠 How MRP Live Works MRP Live performs planning in HANA layer , unlike classic MRP (MD01/MD02), which runs in the application layer. It processes: In-house production External procurement Subcontracting Stock transfer scenarios 💡 It uses MATDOC instead of classic inventory tab...

  Source Determination  in SAP MM refers to the process of automatically identifying the most appropriate source of supply for a material. This is a key feature for optimizing procurement, ensuring the right vendor is selected based on predefined rules, contracts, and priorities. 🚀 Why Source Determination Matters Reduces manual effort in purchase requisition and purchase order creation. Ensures procurement compliance. Helps streamline MRP and operational procurement processes. Facilitates better vendor relationship management and pricing. 🔄 Overview of the Source Determination Process When a purchase requisition is created (manually or via MRP), the system checks the following  source of supply records : Quota Arrangement Source List Outline Agreements  (Contracts and Scheduling Agreements) Purchasing Info Records Business Partner data Each of these plays a role in guiding SAP to pick the right vendor. 🧠 How the System Determines the Source (Logic) Priority Order...

SAP MM (Materials Management) heavily relies on master data to streamline procurement and inventory processes. Let’s explore the core master data objects, configuration paths, and real-world tips that every SAP MM consultant should master. 📦 1. Material Master Data Purpose: Central source of material-related data used across MM, SD, PP, and FI. Key Views: Basic Data (client level) Purchasing View (plant level) Accounting View (valuation) MRP View , Storage , Sales , etc. Important T-codes: MM01 – Create Material MM02 – Change Material MM03 – Display Material Configuration Path: SPRO → Logistics - General → Material Master → Basic Settings → Material Types Tips: Use NLAG for non-stock items and UNBW for non-valuated stock . Maintain valuation class , price control (V/S) , and plant-specific views properly. 🧾 2. Vendor Master Data (Business Partner) Purpose: Manages supplier-related info like addresses, payment terms, and purchasing data. App...

In SAP Materials Management (MM), the  organizational structure  forms the foundation for business processes. It defines how data is structured and managed in procurement and inventory management. Here’s a breakdown of key organizational units, how to configure them, and the role each plays. 1.  Client (MANDT) Definition : The highest hierarchical level in an SAP system that represents a self-contained unit with its own master data and configuration. Purpose : Global settings across company codes and plants. TCode : SCC4 (View client settings) Tips : No transactional data crosses client boundaries. All configurations are client-specific. 2.  Company Code (BUKRS) Definition : Represents an independent accounting unit with its own balance sheet and P&L statement. Configuration Path : SPRO → Enterprise Structure → Definition → Financial Accounting → Define Company TCode : OX02 Example : MML1, IN01, DE01 Tips : Required for posting financial transactions. Each plant ...