Why is it interesting to build your own SAP ECC prototype system?

Did you ever wanted to be king or queen of your castle? Then why not take a bucket full of aspiration and grab a spade full of determination to build your own empire in a secure test environment. The Sandbox Tycoon® will lead the way. But first you need to get an perspective on what 

How do you determine which business processes are most vital for a company?

Note: The content of this article is just scratching the surface in order to provide a overall view of Supply Chain Management. When starting to build a prototype system in SAP ECC, it is important to get ‘the bigger picture’ on the company’s main purpose for existence. Do not be surprised that it always boils 

How do translate business processes into required SAP ECC functionality?

Grouping SAP modules versus grouping SAP processes In the early days SAP functionality was grouped into modules which could be implemented separately. The most important module was – and still is – Finance (FI) as you need it to set up a ‘company’ before you can use any functionality offered by the system. The main 

What to consider before actually building a prototype system in SAP ECC?

The several types of data Three types of data that need to be considered when building the prototype system: Configuration data; Necessary to build the company structure as well as controlling the process flows and company specific codes required for process execution and reporting purposes. Master data; Used to assign default values when you want 

How to convert numbers into words on output?

When adding a payslip to the invoice document, then it would be necessary to print the amount in words. How can SAP arrange that a number can be converted into words whilst taking into account the 

How should I print pricing data?

Some tips on how you can collect and display pricing data for output on sales 

How to manage order fulfilment control?

What control is available in the standard SAP system to control delivery creation based on sales 

What to consider for INTRASTAT reporting?

A quick overview of what is required before considering to use SAP R/3 for INTRASTAT 

Which special billing processes exist?

An overview what is possible when using the SAP R/3 billing plan 

How does the SAP system identify and control intercompany billing?

You need to pay attention to a) controlling the process flow, b) connecting enterprise structure elements and c) locating the origin of master 

Are different credit checks possible thoughout the order process?

Credit checks are very flexible and can differ depending on the step within the ordering 

When to use shipment costing?

Pricing in shipments is useful when you want to control invoices received from various forwarding 

When to execute subsequent delivery split?

Subsequent delivery requires handling unit management and transportation functionality in SAP 

What is the difference between deliveries and shipments?

SAP makes a distinction between deliveries and 

SAP R/3 or SAP Z/3?

No Tie Generation campus, Monday August 24th 2009: SAP offers flexibility when it comes to applying your own company policy. There are many places to control code to influence the standard system with company specific rules. But be aware that the SAP system may become inflexible on the long term depending on the type of