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Sap MM Guide For Easy Learn

The document provides a comprehensive guide to SAP MM (Materials Management), detailing its organizational framework, master data governance, procurement lifecycle, inventory management, and specialized procurement strategies. It includes important transaction codes (T-Codes) and tables associated with each topic, emphasizing the module's role in enhancing procurement efficiency and inventory accuracy. The guide concludes by highlighting the importance of mastering SAP MM functionalities for improved operational agility and supply chain management.

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Sap MM Guide For Easy Learn

The document provides a comprehensive guide to SAP MM (Materials Management), detailing its organizational framework, master data governance, procurement lifecycle, inventory management, and specialized procurement strategies. It includes important transaction codes (T-Codes) and tables associated with each topic, emphasizing the module's role in enhancing procurement efficiency and inventory accuracy. The guide concludes by highlighting the importance of mastering SAP MM functionalities for improved operational agility and supply chain management.

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Comprehensive SAP MM Guide: An Advanced Analytical Perspective

SAP MM (Materials Management) is a core module in SAP ERP that deals with
procurement, inventory management, and material valuation. Below is a
structured list of all major topics in SAP MM, along with important transaction
codes (T-Codes) and tables.

1. Organizational Framework in SAP MM

SAP MM is structured within a hierarchical model, facilitating procurement and


inventory governance with precision and efficiency.

• Company Code (BUKRS) – A fundamental legal entity within the SAP


framework.
• Plant (WERKS) – A key operational unit for manufacturing,
warehousing, or distribution.
• Storage Location (LGORT) – A defined subdivision of a plant for
material storage and tracking.
• Purchasing Organization (EKORG) – An entity accountable for
procurement strategies and supplier negotiations.
• Purchasing Group (EKGRP) – A collective responsible for executing
procurement functions.

Relevant Transactions (T-Codes):

• OX15 – Establish Company Code


• OX18 – Assign Plant to Company Code
• OX09 – Define Storage Location

Core Tables:

• T001 – Repository of Company Codes


• T001W – Plant-Specific Configuration
• T024 – Structuring of Purchasing Groups
• T024E – Organizational Data for Purchasing
2. Master Data Governance in SAP MM

Master data serves as the foundational element for systematic procurement and
inventory control.

Material Master Data

A repository encapsulating all necessary attributes of a material utilized in


procurement and production.

• T-Codes: MM01 (Creation), MM02 (Modification), MM03


(Visualization)
• Tables: MARA (General Attributes), MARC (Plant-Level Data), MARD
(Storage-Specific Data)

Vendor Master Data

A centralized database containing information on suppliers and their


transactional specifics.

• T-Codes: XK01 (Creation), XK02 (Modification), XK03 (Review)


• Tables: LFA1 (General Vendor Data), LFB1 (Company Code-Specific
Vendor Details)

Purchasing Info Records & Source List

Documenting historical procurement conditions and supplier allocations.

• T-Codes: ME11 (Create Info Record), ME01 (Define Source List)


• Tables: EINA, EINE (Info Record Data), EORD (Source Allocation)
3. Procurement Lifecycle in SAP MM

A structured approach to procurement ensuring optimal acquisition and supplier


engagement.

1. Purchase Requisition (PR) – An internal document formalizing a


procurement requirement.
o T-Codes: ME51N (Creation), ME52N (Modification), ME53N
(Review)
o Table: EBAN
2. Request for Quotation (RFQ) – Solicitation of pricing and terms from
prospective suppliers.
o T-Codes: ME41 (Creation), ME42 (Modification), ME43
(Review)
o Tables: EKKO (Header Information), EKPO (Item-Specific Data)
3. Purchase Order (PO) – A legally binding contract with a supplier.
o T-Codes: ME21N (Creation), ME22N (Modification), ME23N
(Review)
o Tables: EKKO (PO Header), EKPO (PO Line Items)
4. Goods Receipt (GR) – Physical verification and acknowledgment of
received goods.
o T-Codes: MIGO, MB1C, MB01
o Tables: MKPF (Document Header), MSEG (Line Item Data)
5. Invoice Verification – A financial validation process ensuring
transaction accuracy.
o T-Codes: MIRO (Invoice Processing), MRRL (Automated Invoice
Settlement)
o Tables: RBKP (Invoice Header), RSEG (Invoice Line Items)

4. Inventory Management and Control

Manages the systematic movement, valuation, and optimization of inventory


holdings.

Stock Transactions:

• Goods Receipt (GR) – MIGO, MB01 (Tables: MKPF, MSEG)


• Goods Issue (GI) – MB1A, MIGO (Tables: MSEG, MKPF)
• Stock Transfers & Adjustments – MIGO, MB1B (Tables: MARD,
MKPF)
5. Invoice Verification & Compliance

Ensures financial integrity and reconciles supplier invoices with procurement


data.

• T-Codes: MIRO (Invoice Processing), MR8M (Reversal of Invoices)


• Tables: RBKP (Invoice Header), RSEG (Invoice Line Items)

6. Material Valuation & Financial Integration

A strategic approach to material costing, valuation methodologies, and financial


postings.

• T-Codes: OBYC (Automatic Account Determination), MR21 (Cost


Adjustments)
• Table: MBEW (Material Valuation Data)

7. Specialized Procurement Strategies

Addresses complex procurement scenarios to optimize supply chain flexibility.

• Consignment Procurement: ME21N (PO Creation), MRKO (Settlement


Processing)
• Subcontracting: ME21N (Subcontract PO), MIGO (Goods Issue to
Vendor)
• Stock Transport Orders: ME27, ME21N

Reference Tables:

• EKKO, EKPO (PO Management)

8. Physical Inventory Audits & Reconciliation

Guarantees accuracy in stock levels through structured inventory assessments.

• T-Codes: MI01 (Inventory Document Creation), MI04 (Count Entry),


MI07 (Discrepancy Posting)
• Tables: IKPF (Inventory Document Header), ISEG (Inventory Line
Items)
9. Release Strategy & Workflow Authorization

Implements approval hierarchies to govern procurement workflows.

• T-Codes: OMGQ (Define Release Procedure), ME54N (PR Release),


ME28 (PO Release)
• Tables: EBAK (Approval Strategy), EBKN (Account Assignments)

10. Pricing Mechanism & Condition Management

Facilitates structured price determination and supplier agreement compliance.

• T-Codes: M/08 (Pricing Schema Definition), MEK1 (Condition Record


Management)
• Tables: KONP, KONH (Pricing Conditions)

11. Cross-Module Integration in SAP MM

Seamless connectivity between SAP MM and other business functions for


cohesive enterprise management.

• SAP FI: OBYC (Financial Posting & Integration)


• SAP SD: ME27 (Interdepartmental Stock Transfers)
• SAP PP: MD04 (Material Planning & Forecasting)
• SAP QM: QA32 (Quality Inspection & Control)

12. Advanced Reporting & Analytical Insights

Empowers data-driven decision-making through comprehensive procurement


analytics.

• T-Codes: MB51 (Material Movement Reports), MC.1 (Stock


Evaluation), ME2N (Procurement Insights)
Conclusion

SAP MM serves as a critical component in enterprise resource planning, driving


procurement efficiency and inventory accuracy. Mastering its functionalities, T-
Codes, and data structures enhances operational agility and strategic supply
chain management.

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