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

Introduction to SAP MM

• An overview of SAP ERP architecture and module integration
• MM submodules: master data, purchasing, inventory, and MRP
• Distinguishing between B2B and B2C procurement scenarios
• Identifying key transactions within SAP MM

Configuring Organizational Structure

• Defining company codes, plants, storage locations, and purchasing organisations
• Assigning organisational elements within the customising environment
• Setting up purchasing groups and defining document types
• Establishing integration with FI and SD modules

Master Data Configuration and Management

• Creating and maintaining material master data
• Configuring material types and selecting appropriate fields
• Vendor master configuration and establishing partner functions
• Creating and managing info records and source lists
• Setting up BP (Business Partner) roles and views

Purchasing Process and Configuration

• Creating purchase requisitions and purchase orders
• Defining document types and configuring number ranges
• Implementing release procedures and approval workflows
• Configuring price determination and condition techniques
• Setting up output determination and system messages

Material Resource Planning (MRP)

• Overview of MRP and various planning strategies
• Configuring MRP parameters and planning file entries
• Automatically generating and managing purchase requisitions
• Utilising MRP lists and stock requirements 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
• Determining stock and managing special stock scenarios
• Integrating with warehouse management systems

Invoice Verification and Account Determination

• Posting invoices and configuring automatic account determination
• Performing three-way matching between POs, goods receipts, and invoices
• Handling credit memos and blocked invoices
• Reconciling GR/IR accounts

Reporting and Analytics in SAP MM

• Utilising standard reports and transaction codes
• Working with list displays (such as ME2N, MB51, etc.)
• Configuring purchasing information systems
• Integrating with SAP BW for advanced analytics

Advanced Configuration Topics

• Setting up automatic purchase order creation and release strategies
• Configuring batch management and serial numbers
• Establishing consignment and subcontracting processes
• Handling third-party and stock transfer scenarios

System Administration and Best Practices

• Managing user roles and authorization objects
• Performance tuning and data archiving strategies
• Customization transport and version control procedures
• Integrating MM with workflow and reporting tools

Summary and Next Steps