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
• B2B versus B2C procurement use cases
• Understanding critical transactions within SAP MM

Setting Up Organizational Structures

• Establishing company codes, plants, storage locations, and purchasing organizations
• Mapping organizational elements within the customizing settings
• Configuring purchasing groups and document types
• Connecting with FI and SD modules

Managing and Configuring Master Data

• Creation and upkeep of material master records
• Defining material types and field selection groups
• Vendor master setup and partner function configuration
• Developing and maintaining info records and source lists
• Defining BP (Business Partner) roles and specific views

Purchasing Workflows and Setup

• Generating purchase requisitions and purchase orders
• Specifying document types and number ranges
• Implementing release procedures and approval chains
• Determining prices and applying condition techniques
• Setting up output determination and communication messages

Material Resource Planning (MRP)

• MRP overview and various planning strategies
• Configuring MRP parameters and planning file entries
• Automating the generation and management of purchase requisitions
• Utilizing MRP lists and stock requirement reports

Inventory Administration and Setup

• Processing goods receipts, goods issues, and stock transfers
• Configuring movement types and valuation classes
• Executing physical inventory procedures and reconciliation
• Determining stock and managing special stock categories
• Integrating with warehouse management systems

Invoice Verification and Account Mapping

• Posting invoices and setting up automatic account determination
• Performing three-way matching across PO, GR, and invoices
• Processing credit memos and handling blocked invoices
• Reconciling GR/IR accounts

Reporting and Analytics in SAP MM

• Reviewing standard reports and relevant transaction codes
• Using list displays (such as ME2N, MB51, etc.)
• Configuring the purchasing information system
• Integrating with SAP BW for advanced analytics

Advanced Configuration Topics

• Automating purchase order creation and defining release strategies
• Setting up batch management and serial number tracking
• Configuring consignment and subcontracting workflows
• Handling third-party and stock transfer scenarios

System Management and Best Practices

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

Summary and Future Steps