SAP MM Fundamentals: Materials Management Essentials Training Course

Getting Started with SAP and the MM Module

• A high-level view of SAP ERP and how it integrates with other core modules
• The strategic role of Materials Management within broader business processes
• Navigating the SAP system landscape and basic interface operations

SAP MM Organizational Structure

• Defining key organizational units: client, company code, plant, and storage location
• Exploring the hierarchy of purchasing organizations and purchasing groups
• A conceptual overview of organizational element configuration

Master Data Management

• Material master data: identifying types and essential fields
• Managing vendor master data and its linkage with financial records
• Creating and utilizing info records and source lists

Procurement Process Flow

• The lifecycle of purchase requisitions and purchase orders
• Handling goods receipts and verifying incoming invoices
• Seamless integration with FI (Financial Accounting)

Inventory Management

• Processing goods movements including receipts, issues, and internal transfers
• Reviewing stock overviews and applying different valuation methods
• Executing physical inventory procedures and necessary adjustments

Pricing and Valuation

• Deciphering pricing procedures and condition techniques
• Material valuation strategies: moving average versus standard price
• Understanding automatic account determination mechanisms

Basic Configuration and Reporting

• Customizing document types and setting up number ranges
• Leveraging standard reports and analytical tools in SAP MM
• An introduction to SAP Fiori applications for MM tasks

Course Summary and Recommended Next Steps