Brief
Material Management module mainly deals with Procurement Process, Master Data (Material & Vendor Master), Inventory Management, Valuation of Material & Account Determination, Material Requirement Planning, Invoice Verification.
Course Content
S4H00 - SAP S/4 HANA Overview
Goals
This course will prepare you to:
- Explain how SAP S/4 HANA supports the digital transformation
- Navigate in SAP S/4 HANA using SAP Fiori UX and other client technologies
- Describe system-wide concepts such as organizational elements or master data
- Describe key business processes of SAP S/4 HANA Enterprise Management and SAP S/4 HANA LoB solutions
- Describe integration scenarios between SAP S/4 HANA and SAP Cloud Solutions
- Use SAP S/4 HANA embedded analytics capabilities
- Gain basic knowledge about SAP Activate to accelerate SAP S/4 HANA adoption
Content
SAP S/4 HANA is an ERP software that streamlines business functions, optimizes supply chain management, and facilitates robust financial management across departments. It integrates Human Capital Management with SAP SuccessFactors, offers embedded analytics, and supports users with implementation, customization, and ongoing support. SAP Activate and Best Practices accelerate the transformation process, while SAP Services provide comprehensive support for successful ERP implementation.
Audience
- Application Consultant
- Business Process Owner / Team Lead / Power User
- Change Manager
- Enterprise Architect
- Program/Project Manager
- Technology Consultant
- Trainer
- User
TS410 - Integrated Business Processes in SAP S/4 HANA
Course announcements
- This course provides the foundational knowledge needed to understand how the end-to-end business processes of a highly integrated SAP S/4 HANA system work
- The content of this course is valid for SAP S/4 HANA Cloud, private edition and SAP S/4 HANA on-premise deployments
- This course prepares you to take the certification exam C_TS410_2022
- In order to be properly prepared for the certification exam, participants should reserve extra hours of self-study to review the course materials in more detail
Goals
This course will prepare you to:
- Navigate confidently within the SAP S/4 HANA system
- Describe how various business transactions are performed in SAP S/4 HANA
- Explain integration scenarios in the context of the Intelligent Enterprise
Content
SAP S/4 HANA Enterprise Management offers a modern user-friendly interface and system-wide concepts for seamless integration. It streamlines financial operations, streamlines personnel management, optimizes procurement and supplier management, and handles inventory efficiently. Design to Operate Processing covers production, sales, and revenue generation, while the Project System module enables effective project management. SAP Enterprise Asset Management manages assets, ensuring maintenance and reliability across the organization.
Audience
- Application Consultant
- Business Process Architect
- Business Process Owner / Team Lead / Power User
- Enterprise Architect
- Program/Project Manager
Prerequisites
Essential
- Basic knowledge of business processes in enterprise resource planning and management
TS450 - Sourcing and Procurement in SAP S/4 HANA - Academy Part I
Course announcements
- The Consultant Academy for SAP S/4 HANA Sourcing and Procurement addresses learners who want to obtain a broad and deep knowledge of the functions of Materials Management in SAP S/4 HANA. This includes the application functions as well as the system configuration.
- The Academy consists of two parts; this is the first part. The Academy concludes with certification C_TS452 based on Part I (course TS450) and Part II (course TS452).
Goals
This course will prepare you to:
- Getting to know the organizational levels and master data in SAP S/4 HANA relevant for materials management
- Description and execution of basic processes, e.g. creating purchase requisitions and purchase orders, posting a goods receipt, performing invoice verification (Fiori Apps and GUI transactions)
- Introduction to material requirements planning using the consumption-based planning procedure
- Familiarizing yourself with sources of supply and sourcing and other specific purchasing functions and purchasing-relevant customizing settings
- Introduction to analytics capabilities to analyze procurement KPIs.
Content
This comprehensive overview covers SAP S/4 HANA procurement, focusing on easy navigation, customized structure, basic steps, managing key information, determining materials, suppliers, and agreements, optimizing purchasing, planning for consumption, understanding supply sources, self-service procurement, invoicing plans, blanket purchase orders, document release procedures, reporting, analytics, and customization. It emphasizes user parameters and system messages, ensuring efficient procurement management for organizations.
Audience
- Application Consultant
- Business Process Owner / Team Lead / Power User
Prerequisites
Essential
General business knowledge about sourcing and procurement processes
Recommended
- None
Course based on software release
Basic SAP S/4 HANA knowledge, comparable to S4H00
TS452 - Sourcing and Procurement in SAP S/4 HANA - Academy Part II
Course announcements
- The Consultant Academy for SAP S/4 HANA Sourcing and Procurement addresses learners who want to obtain a broad and deep knowledge of the functions of Materials Management in SAP S/4 HANA. This includes the application functions as well as the system configuration.
- The Academy consists of two parts; this is the second part. The Academy concludes with certification C_TS452 based on Part I (course TS450) and Part II (course TS452).
Goals
This course will prepare you to:
- Introduction to basic functions of Inventory Management and Physical Inventory in SAP S/4 HANA and entering of various goods movements
- Explanation of special functions of Inventory Management and the customizing settings relevant for Inventory Management and Physical Inventory
- Explanation of important Invoice Verification functions, such as preliminary posting, automatic invoice blocking, invoice release, and the relevant customizing settings
- Familiarization with customizing for business partner and material master
- Getting to know the configuration of valuation and automatic account determination in Materials Management
Content
This training program covers inventory management, including receiving, transferring, issuing, and reservations. It also covers procurement methods like subcontracting and vendor consignment, and physical inventory checks. Analyzing inventory data is crucial, and customization is discussed for optimal performance. The program covers supplier data setup, invoice entry, variance handling, and financial actions. It covers Goods Receipt/Invoice Receipt (GR/IR) account maintenance, material master data customization, and automatic account determination. A practical case study is provided to apply these concepts in real-world scenarios, ensuring efficient inventory management and procurement challenges.
Audience
- Application Consultant
- Business Process Owner / Team Lead / Power User
Prerequisites
Essential
TS450 Sourcing and Procurement in SAP S/4 HANA – Academy Part I
Who Should Attend
- Business Knowledge in the procurement area, particularly knowledge of Product Process is required.
- Minimum 0 - 6 years of experience in Procurement, Material Handling, Purchase, Inventory, Vendor Management.
- Professional qualification: B.E. / B.Tech / MBA / PG or Any Graduate
Certification & Exams
C_TS452_2021 - SAP Certified Application Associate - SAP S/4 HANA Sourcing and Procurement
The "SAP Certified Application Associate - SAP S/4 HANA Sourcing and Procurement" certification exam verifies that the candidate has the fundamental and core knowledge in the area of sourcing and procurement required for the consultant profile. This certificate proves that the candidate has an overall understanding and can implement the knowledge practically in projects to contribute to the success of the planning and implementation phases in a mentored role. Previous project experience is not necessarily a prerequisite to pass this exam. This certification exam is relevant for SAP S/4 HANA Cloud, private edition and SAP S/4 HANA on-premise.
Associate certification – This certification covers the fundamental knowledge requirements for an SAP consultant, ensuring the successful acquisition of broad SAP solution knowledge and skills. With associate-level certification, you can:
- Gain an externally recognized mark of excellence that clients seek.
- Differentiate yourself in a crowded marketplace
- Execute your tasks with confidence and skill.