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, and MRP.
• Comparison of B2B and B2C procurement scenarios.
• Key transactions within SAP MM.

Organizational Structure Configuration

• 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 Management

• Creation and maintenance of material master data.
• Configuration of material types and field selection strategies.
• Vendor master setup and partner function configuration.
• Management of info records and source lists.
• Setup of BP (Business Partner) roles and views.

Purchasing Process and Configuration

• Creation of purchase requisitions and purchase orders.
• Definition of document types and number ranges.
• Implementation of release procedures and approval workflows.
• Price determination and condition technique setup.
• Configuration of output determination and message control.

Material Resource Planning (MRP)

• MRP fundamentals and planning strategies.
• Configuration of MRP parameters and planning file entries.
• Automatic generation and management of purchase requisitions.
• Utilization of MRP lists and stock requirement reports.

Inventory Management and Configuration

• Processing goods receipts, issues, and transfer postings.
• Configuration of movement types and valuation classes.
• Physical inventory procedures and reconciliation processes.
• Stock determination and special stock management.
• Integration with warehouse management systems.

Invoice Verification and Account Determination

• Invoice posting and automatic account determination.
• Three-way matching logic across PO, GR, and invoices.
• Processing credit memos and handling blocked invoices.
• Reconciliation of GR/IR accounts.

Reporting and Analytics in SAP MM

• Standard reporting tools and transaction codes.
• List display techniques (e.g., ME2N, MB51).
• Configuration of purchasing information systems.
• Integration with SAP BW for advanced analytics.

Advanced Configuration Topics

• Automated purchase order creation and release strategies.
• Batch management and serial number configuration.
• Setup of consignment and subcontracting workflows.
• Handling third-party and stock transfer scenarios.

System Administration and Best Practices

• User role design and authorization object management.
• Performance optimization and data archiving strategies.
• Customization transport management and version control.
• Integration of MM with workflow and reporting tools.

Summary and Next Steps