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SAP Materials Management (MM) Certification Training

SAP Materials Management (MM) is a core SAP ERP module for managing materials and inventory within the supply chain. It centralizes procurement, inventory management, and material handling, integrating seamlessly with other SAP modules like Finance (FI), Sales and Distribution (SD), and Production Planning (PP), forming an essential part of SAP's logistics suite.

Duration confirmed during proposalIn-house, online, or customized deliveryCorporate teams and professional groups

Objectives

  • ○ Understand the key concepts and architecture of SAP Materials Management.
  • ○ Perform procurement and inventory management tasks in SAP MM.
  • ○ Configure master data, purchasing processes, and inventory control settings.
  • ○ Analyze real-time data to manage stock levels and vendor performance.
  • ○ Prepare for SAP MM certification with hands-on practice scenarios.

Target audience

  • Procurement and Purchasing Professionals: Individuals directly involved in buying goods and services for an organization, managing suppliers, and optimizing purchasing processes.
  • Inventory Managers: Those responsible for controlling and optimizing stock levels, warehouse operations, and material flow within a company.
  • SAP Consultants: Especially functional consultants looking to specialize in the MM module or enhance their existing SAP expertise.
  • Supply Chain Professionals: Individuals involved in the broader supply chain, from planning and sourcing to warehousing and distribution.
  • Logistics Managers: Professionals overseeing the movement and storage of goods.
  • Business Analysts: Those who analyze business processes related to materials management and need to understand how to leverage SAP MM for efficiency.
  • IT Professionals: IT staff involved in the implementation, integration, support, or customization of SAP MM systems.
  • Project Team Members: Individuals involved in SAP MM implementation or upgrade projects.
  • Warehouse Managers: Professionals responsible for managing warehouse operations, goods receipts, and goods issues.
  • Fresh Graduates: Individuals with a basic understanding of supply chain and procurement concepts looking to build a career in SAP.

Program outline

A clear structure for the learning journey.

Outline points are grouped in one designed block instead of being treated as separate module cards.

10modules40topics
  1. 01Introduction to SAP MM4 topics
    • Overview of SAP ERP and MM module
    • Role of MM in the supply chain and logistics
    • Integration with FI, SD, and PP modules
    • Organizational structure in MM
  2. 02Master Data Management4 topics
    • Material master record configuration
    • Vendor master data and purchasing info records
    • Source lists and quota arrangements
    • Material types and their control functions
    • Purchase requisition and purchase order creation
    • Request for quotation (RFQ) and vendor selection
    • Outline agreements (contracts and scheduling agreements)
    • Release procedures and approval workflows
    • Goods receipt and goods issue processes
    • Stock transfer and transfer posting
    • Inventory types and stock status (unrestricted, blocked, etc.)
    • Movement types and their configurations
    • Material valuation and price control (standard vs moving average)
    • Automatic account determination process
    • Integration with Financial Accounting (FI)
    • Valuation classes and transaction keys
    • Three-way match (PO, goods receipt, and invoice)
    • Handling invoice discrepancies
    • Blocking and releasing invoices
    • Credit memos and subsequent debits/credits
    • MRP procedures and planning types
    • Lot sizing, lead time, and safety stock
    • Integration with production and procurement
    • MRP run and exception messages
    • Standard MM reports and queries
    • Stock overview and consumption reports
    • Vendor evaluation and purchasing analysis
    • Use of SAP Fiori apps for analytics
    • Define purchasing groups and organizations
    • Configure document types and number ranges
    • Maintain field selection and screen layouts
    • Define release strategies and workflow integration
    • Summary of key topics and functions
    • Practice questions and case studies
    • Tips and strategy for SAP MM certification exam
    • Common mistakes to avoid

Materials provided

  • ○ Slides used during the sessions
  • ○ Group activities and exercises
  • ○ Worksheets and templates
  • ○ Case studies relevant to the course
  • ○ 4D Certificate of Completion issued by The Fourth Dimension Training & Consultancy
  • ○ Post-course support for technical queries and guidance

Training Options

Programs can be delivered in-house, online, or in a blended format depending on your team's schedule, location, and learning objectives. When an external certificate or exam is included, certification rules and fees remain under the relevant awarding body's policies, while 4D provides the training and preparation support.

Why choose 4D

At The Fourth Dimension Training & Consultancy, we don't believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. Each course we offer is carefully tailored to meet the unique goals, industry challenges, and team dynamics of your organization. Our expert trainers bring decades of hands-on experience and guide participants using real-world case studies, practical tools, and interactive methods. This ensures not only theoretical understanding but also direct relevance to the day-to-day work of your employees. We collaborate closely with your team to adjust content, language, and examples so that the training resonates deeply and delivers lasting impact.

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