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Introduction to MRP and Inventory Management in SAP

  • Overview of SAP ERP and its integration capabilities
  • Introduction to the MM and MRP modules
  • Key concepts of materials planning and inventory control

MRP Key Concepts and Planning Processes

  • Understanding MRP and its impact on material planning
  • Different types of MRP and their specific applications
  • The logic behind MRP calculations and data dependencies

Configuring MRP in SAP

  • Defining planning parameters such as lead times, order sizes, and planning types
  • Setting up material master data for MRP purposes
  • Executing MRP runs and interpreting the resulting data

MRP Adjustment and Exception Handling

  • Identifying and resolving planning discrepancies
  • Adjusting MRP parameters to optimize planning outcomes
  • Strategies for managing supply chain disruptions

Inventory Management in SAP

  • Goods receipt processes and inventory updates
  • Inventory valuation methodologies
  • Types of inventory including raw materials, semi-finished goods, and finished products

Stock Control and Material Movements

  • Tracking stock movements between various warehouses
  • Real-time monitoring of inventory levels
  • Managing blocked and non-conforming materials

Cycle Counting and Physical Inventory Adjustments

  • Conducting cycle counts and performing stock corrections
  • Ensuring alignment between SAP records and actual physical stock levels
  • Automating the inventory reconciliation process

Consignment Stock Management

  • Gaining an understanding of consignment stock within SAP
  • Managing supplier-owned materials stored in company warehouses
  • Processing consignment transactions in SAP

Generating and Analyzing Inventory Reports

  • Leveraging SAP reports for comprehensive inventory analysis
  • Customizing reports to derive actionable business insights
  • Making informed decisions based on inventory data

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • A foundational understanding of inventory management concepts
  • Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
  • No prior SAP experience is necessary, though it is beneficial

Target Audience

  • Warehouse leaders
  • Inventory analysts
  • Warehouse assistants
  • Supply chain and logistics professionals
 14 Hours

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