Introduction to SAP MM
SAP Materials Management (SAP MM) is a central module within the SAP ERP and S/4HANA system landscape that supports the complete handling of all procurement and materials management processes. Companies use SAP MM to structure their purchasing and warehousing processes, manage inventories efficiently and make supply chains transparent.
The module maps all core processes of operational procurement - from determining requirements and ordering through to goods receipt and invoice verification. At the same time, it enables precise warehouse management so that material movements can be tracked and stock situations can be called up in real time. Supplier management is also an integral part of SAP MM: master data can be maintained in a structured manner, supplier classifications can be made and evaluations can be carried out automatically.
The close integration with other SAP modules such as Sales & Distribution (SD), Production Planning (PP), Warehouse Management (WM/EWM) and Finance & Controlling (FI/CO) creates a seamless flow of information across departmental and system boundaries. Companies benefit from standardized processes, reduced storage and procurement costs as well as a significant increase in transparency and compliance in their purchasing processes.Introduction to SAP MM.
The expansion and integration option!
For companies already using SAP MM or planning to migrate to SAP S/4HANA, the module offers a wide range of expansion and integration options. In the S/4HANA world, the purchasing process is increasingly simplified by modern user interfaces such as SAP Fiori and strategically expanded through integration with SAP Ariba.
This creates an end-to-end solution for the entire source-to-pay process - from tendering to invoice settlement.
-
Source-to-Pay-Prozess
For companies already using SAP MM or planning to migrate to SAP S/4HANA, the module offers a wide range of expansion and integration options. In the S/4HANA world, the purchasing process is increasingly simplified by modern user interfaces such as SAP Fiori and strategically expanded through integration with SAP Ariba. This creates an end-to-end solution for the entire source-to-pay process - from tendering to invoice settlement.
A central element is the so-called three-way comparison, in which the order, goods receipt and invoice are automatically compared. Errors or discrepancies can thus be identified and corrected at an early stage. SAP MM also supports the mapping of complex purchasing strategies through framework agreements, contracts and central purchasing organizations - even in internationally operating group structures.
Advanced material requirements planning and inventory planning are based on integrated MRP processes, allowing requirements to be determined automatically and in line with demand. For companies with high traceability and quality requirements, SAP MM also offers functions such as batch management, serialization and release procedures for purchasing documents.
At a technical level, SAP MM is fully customizable: purchasing processes, movement types and account determination can be individually designed via customizing. Enhancements via BAdIs (Business Add-Ins), user exits or workflows enable customized solutions that are precisely tailored to the company's requirements.
SAP MM also offers robust functions to meet legal requirements in terms of compliance and international reporting obligations - such as Intrastat/Extrastat declarations. Companies planning to migrate from SAP ECC to SAP S/4HANA also benefit from new functions, simplified data models and real-time analyses that were not available in the classic system.
This is how our developers can support you:
- Analysis, optimization and implementation of efficient procurement processes (incl. order processing, supplier integration and requirements planning)
- Conception and introduction of structured master data management for materials, suppliers and purchasing info records
- Setting up and adapting purchasing strategies, pricing and approval procedures
- Support during the introduction of SAP S/4HANA incl. business partner concept, Fiori apps and self-service procurement
- Integration of the MM module with adjacent Warehouse Management (WM/EWM) processes
Training and support for operational buyers and the strategic procurement team
