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

Introduction to SAP MM

• Overview of SAP ERP architecture and integration
• MM submodules: master data, purchasing, inventory, and MRP
• B2B vs B2C procurement scenarios
• Understanding key transactions in SAP MM

Organizational Structure Configuration

• Defining company codes, plants, storage locations, and purchasing organizations
• Assigning organizational elements in customizing
• Setting up purchasing groups and document types
• Integration with FI and SD modules

Master Data Configuration and Management

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

Purchasing Process and Configuration

• Purchase requisition and purchase order creation
• Defining document types and number ranges
• Release procedures and approval workflows
• Price determination and condition techniques
• Configuring output determination and messages

Material Resource Planning (MRP)

• MRP overview and planning strategies
• Configuring MRP parameters and planning file entries
• Generating and managing purchase requisitions automatically
• Using MRP lists and stock requirements reports

Inventory Management and Configuration

• Goods receipt, goods issue, and transfer postings
• Movement types configuration and valuation classes
• Physical inventory process and reconciliation
• Stock determination and special stock management
• Integration with warehouse management

Invoice Verification and Account Determination

• Invoice posting and automatic account determination
• Three-way matching between PO, GR, and invoice
• Handling credit memos and blocked invoices
• GR/IR account reconciliation

Reporting and Analytics in SAP MM

• Standard reports and transaction codes
• List displays (ME2N, MB51, etc.)
• Configuring purchasing information systems
• Integration with SAP BW for analytics

Advanced Configuration Topics

• Automatic purchase order creation and release strategies
• Batch management and serial number configuration
• Consignment and subcontracting process setup
• Third-party and stock transfer scenarios

System Administration and Best Practices

• User roles and authorization objects
• Performance tuning and data archiving
• Customization transport and version control
• MM integration with workflow and reporting tools

Summary and Next Steps