In the world of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), there is a common trap: becoming a "click-expert" who knows where every checkbox is in SAP but doesn't understand why those boxes are being checked. Mastering SAP Configuration is a technical skill, but understanding Business Processes is the strategic foundation. Without the latter, the former is just … Continue reading Learn Business Processes along with SAP Configuration and other skills
How do you link the STO number with Outbound Delivery Number in SAP?
Solution: Outbound Delivery is created with reference to Stock Transport Order in STO with Delivery business process. If you have any requirement to get the STO document based on the Delivery number, you can use the below logic. You can link the STO Number with Outbound Delivery Number as shown below. Option 1: As the … Continue reading How do you link the STO number with Outbound Delivery Number in SAP?
Issue: Inconsistency between MB52 and IQ09
Solution: When you find the inconsistency of Serial number stock with normal stock, we must fix this with Physical Inventory Process. For example, MB52 of Material in Storage Location SL01 has 1 PC but IQ09 has 4 PC. And SL02 has 15 PC in MB52 but IQ09 has 12 PC. You can follow the below … Continue reading Issue: Inconsistency between MB52 and IQ09
Difference between Source to Pay and Procure to Pay in SAP S/4 HANA
Understanding the distinction between Source-to-Pay (S2P) and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) is essential for any SAP professional. While they overlap significantly, S2P is the strategic umbrella, whereas P2P is the operational engine. What is Source-to-Pay (S2P)? Source-to-Pay is an end-to-end process that encompasses the entire lifecycle of procurement, starting from identifying a business need and finding a … Continue reading Difference between Source to Pay and Procure to Pay in SAP S/4 HANA
Explain the relationship between EDI 856 ASN and SAP Inbound Deliveries
In the world of SAP Materials Management and Supply Chain, the EDI 856 and the Inbound Delivery are two sides of the same coin: one is the electronic message sent through the air, and the other is the internal document that records it. 1. The Core Relationship The EDI 856 (Advance Shipping Notice/ASN) is the … Continue reading Explain the relationship between EDI 856 ASN and SAP Inbound Deliveries
SAP Inbound Delivery Vs Goods Receipt
In SAP Materials Management, while both terms relate to receiving materials, they represent two different stages of the supply chain process: one is a planning/shipping notification, and the other is a legal/financial posting. 1. The Conceptual Difference Inbound Delivery (IBD): This is a preliminary document (Logistics Execution). It represents the vendor's notification that goods have … Continue reading SAP Inbound Delivery Vs Goods Receipt
Issue – Default storage location is getting changed automatically once the Material is given in the PO
Issue – Default storage location is getting changed automatically once the Material is given in the Purchase Order screen. User has given default values in Personal Setting. Solution: Personal settings are used to save time for the users to avoid entering common entries. It’s better not to use the Storage location in the default settings … Continue reading Issue – Default storage location is getting changed automatically once the Material is given in the PO
Error during Goods Issue or Cancellation of GI Document- Message No. M7545
Error: Not all reservations could be blocked Message No. M7545 Solution: You can check whether the Reservation is opened in change mode or not. If yes, you can come out of the reservation so that it will work. This happens if the Reservation is locked by another user. You can check with SM12 transaction code … Continue reading Error during Goods Issue or Cancellation of GI Document- Message No. M7545