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SAP MM Module Tutorials – Material Management Functional Module

SAP MM (Material Management) is one the largest functional module in SAP. SAP MM module is dealing with Procurement Process, Master Data (Material & Vendor Master), Inventory Management, Valuation of Material & Account Determination, Material Requirement Planning, Invoice Verification etc.

In this page you will get some SAP MM Tutorials, details about its components (Sub Modules), tcodes and tables. If you are a beginner in SAP, please read our articles about What is SAP and What is ERP.

About SAP MM Module

FeatureStatistic/Insight
Market ShareHolds around 30-35% of the global ERP market for Material Management.
Active UsersEstimated 20 million+ users worldwide.
RevenueGenerates billions of dollars annually for SAP.
Key FunctionsProcurement, Inventory Management, Warehouse Management, Master Data Management, MRP, Invoice Verification.
IntegrationSeamlessly integrates with other SAP modules like SD, PP, QM, and FI.
BenefitsIncreased efficiency, reduced costs, improved inventory control, enhanced visibility, better decision-making.
Implementation TimeCan range from 6 months to 2 years depending on project complexity.
Implementation CostCan vary greatly, but typically costs between $500,000 to $5 million.
Future TrendsIncreased automation, integration with AI and Machine Learning, focus on sustainability and supply chain transparency.
Unique FeatureTotal Traceability: Every material movement is recorded and can be cancelled, but never deleted, ensuring complete auditability.
SAP MM Module process flow

SAP MM Module Process Flow

See the functionalities process flow coming under material management in SAP ERP.

  • Determination of Requirements
  • Source Determination
  • Vendor Selection
  • PO Processing
  • PO Follow-up
  • Goods Receiving and Inventory Management
  • Invoice Verification

SAP MM Module Sub modules list

See the list of important main application components coming under SAP Material management module.

  • MM-CBP : Consumption-Based Planning
  • MM-PUR : Purchasing
  • MM-SRV : External Services
  • MM-IM : Inventory Management
  • MM-IV : Invoice Verification
  • MM-IS : Information System
  • MM-EDI : Electronic Data Interchange
  • MM-FT : Foreign trade
SAP MM sub modules list

Here is the list of application components (Sub modules) coming under MM module in SAP. List provides component short form, its purpose and the package it belongs to.

  1. MM → Materials Management → Package (HLA0009510)
  2. MM-CBP → Consumption-Based Planning (See Also PP-MRP) → Package (HLA0006803)
  3. MM-CBP-CBP → Consumption-Based Planning (See Also PP-MRP) → Package (HLA0006804)
  4. MM-CBP-POP → Procurement Proposal (See PP-MRP) → Package (HLA0006805)
  5. MM-EDI → Electronic Data Interchange → Package (HLA0006042)
  6. MM-EDI-IV → Invoice Verification → Package (HLA0006615)
  7. MM-EDI-PUR → Purchasing → Package (HLA0006614)
  8. MM-FT → Foreign trade → Package (AL00000022)
  9. MM-FT-GOV → Messages to Authorities: Import → Package (AL00000023)
  10. MM-IM → Inventory Management → Package (HLA0009516)
  11. MM-IM-ED → Excise Duty → Package (ALN0000437)
  12. MM-IM-GF → Basic Functions → Package (HLA0006049)
  13. MM-IM-GF-DTF → Data Transfer → Package (HLA0001539)
  14. MM-IM-GF-DTF-RES → Data Transfer: Reservations → Package (HLA0001541)
  15. MM-IM-GF-DTF-STK → Data Transfer: Stocks → Package (HLA0001540)
  16. MM-IM-GF-ES → Enterprise Services in Inventory Management → Package (E380000043)
  17. MM-IM-GF-PHI → Data Transfer: Physical Inventory → Package (HLA0001542)
  18. MM-IM-GI → Goods Issue and Return Delivery → Package (HLA0006047)
  19. MM-IM-GR → Goods Receipt → Package (HLA0006045)
  20. MM-IM-GR-SCR → Subcontracting at Goods Receipt (Repair) → Package (E5K0000001)
  21. MM-IM-ML → Material Ledger → Package (HLA0006070)
  22. MM-IM-PI → Physical Inventory → Package (HLA0006050)
  23. MM-IM-RS → Reservations → Package (HLA0006046)
  24. MM-IM-ST → Stock Transfer/Transfer Posting → Package (HLA0006048)
  25. MM-IM-VP → Balance Sheet Valuation Procedures → Package (HLA0009514)
  26. MM-IS → Information System → Package (HLA0006612)
  27. MM-IS-IC → Inventory Controlling → Package (HLA0006051)
  28. MM-IS-IC-DTC → Data retrieval → Package (HLA0001552)
  29. MM-IS-IC-EWS → Early Warning System → Package (HLA0001554)
  30. MM-IS-IC-LIB → Logistics Information Library → Package (HLA0001553)
  31. MM-IS-IC-PLN → Planning → Package (HLA0001551)
  32. MM-IS-IC-RPT → Reporting → Package (HLA0001550)
  33. MM-IS-PU → Purchasing Information System → Package (HLA0009513)
  34. MM-IS-PU-DTC → Data retrieval → Package (HLA0001547)
  35. MM-IS-PU-EWS → Early Warning System → Package (HLA0001549)
  36. MM-IS-PU-LIB → Logistics Information Library → Package (HLA0001548)
  37. MM-IS-PU-PLN → Planning → Package (HLA0001546)
  38. MM-IS-PU-RPT → Reporting → Package (HLA0001545)
  39. MM-IS-VE → Vendor Evaluation → Package (HLA0006613)
  40. MM-IV → Invoice Verification → Package (HLA0009517)
  41. MM-IV-ADB → Adobe Document Services in Invoice Verification → Package (AC00000050)
  42. MM-IV-ADB-PRN → Document Output with Adobe Document Services → Package (AC00000051)
  43. MM-IV-CA → G/L Clearing Account Maintenance → Package (HLA0006611)
  44. MM-IV-EM → Empties Management (When Extension EA-CP Is Active) → Package (AEN0000074)
  45. MM-IV-FIV → Vendor Invoice (Until 4.6B) → Package (HLA0100764)
  46. MM-IV-FIV-CAN → Reversal → Package (HLA0100767)
  47. MM-IV-FIV-CRE → Entry → Package (HLA0100765)
  48. MM-IV-FIV-ERS → ERS → Package (HLA0100768)
  49. MM-IV-FIV-PP → Preliminary Posting → Package (HLA0006608)
  50. MM-IV-FIV-REL → Release → Package (HLA0100766)
  51. MM-IV-GF → General Functions → Package (HLA0006604)
  52. MM-IV-GF-ES → Enterprise Services in Invoice Verification → Package (E380000044)
  53. MM-IV-GR → Goods-Receipt-Based Invoice Verification → Package (HLA0006606)
  54. MM-IV-II → Invoice Blocking → Package (HLA0001589)
  55. MM-IV-INT → Interfaces → Package (AL00000032)
  56. MM-IV-INT-SRM → Supplier Relationship Management → Package (EBS0000032)
  57. MM-IV-INT-TM → Transportation Management → Package (EBS0000033)
  58. MM-IV-LIV → Logistics Invoice Verification → Package (HLA0001544)
  59. MM-IV-LIV-CAN → Reversal → Package (HLA0100772)
  60. MM-IV-LIV-CRE → Entry → Package (HLA0100769)
  61. MM-IV-LIV-ERS → ERS → Package (HLA0100773)
  62. MM-IV-LIV-IVB → Invoice Verification in Background → Package (HLA0100770)
  63. MM-IV-LIV-PP → Park Document → Package (ALR0008405)
  64. MM-IV-LIV-REL → Release → Package (HLA0100771)
  65. MM-IV-MP → Material Price Changes → Package (HLA0006073)
  66. MM-IV-PO → Purchase-Order-Based Invoice Verification → Package (HLA0006605)
  67. MM-IV-WR → Invoice Verification Without Reference → Package (HLA0006607)
  68. MM-PUR → Purchasing → Package (HLA0009512)
  69. MM-PUR-ADB → Adobe Document Services in Purchasing → Package (AC00000046)
  70. MM-PUR-ADB-PRN → Document Output with Adobe Document Services → Package (AC00000047)
  71. MM-PUR-EM → Empties Management (When Extension EA-CP Is Active) → Package (AEN0000071)
  72. MM-PUR-EM-DIC → Item Calculator → Package (AEN0000072)
  73. MM-PUR-EM-PO → Empties Management in Purchase Orders → Package (AEN0000073)
  74. MM-PUR-FIP → Perishables Procurement → Package (E4A0000032)
  75. MM-PUR-GF → Basic Functions → Package (HLA0006037)
  76. MM-PUR-GF-CE → Customer Enhancements → Package (PL00000012)
  77. MM-PUR-GF-CON → Confirmation Control/Shipping Notification → Package (HLA0001526)
  78. MM-PUR-GF-CPE → CPE in MM → Package (PR00000061)
  79. MM-PUR-GF-EDI → Electronic Data Interchange → Package (PL00000013)
  80. MM-PUR-GF-EIE → Intra-European Import and Export → Package (HLA0001524)
  81. MM-PUR-GF-ES → Enterprise Services in Purchasing → Package (E380000051)
  82. MM-PUR-GF-OC → Message Determination → Package (P450002031)
  83. MM-PUR-GF-REL → Release (Approval) → Package (HLA0001527)
  84. MM-PUR-GF-REL-OAG → Release of Outline Agreements → Package (HLA0001530)
  85. MM-PUR-GF-REL-POR → Release of Purchase Orders → Package (HLA0001531)
  86. MM-PUR-GF-REL-REQ → Release of Requisitions → Package (HLA0001529)
  87. MM-PUR-GF-REL-RFQ → Release of RFQ/Quotation → Package (HLA0001528)
  88. MM-PUR-GF-SCR → Subcontracting in Purchasing (Repair) → Package (E5K0000002)
  89. MM-PUR-GF-SLC → Supplier Lifecycle Management: ERP-Integration → Package (NWC6000001)
  90. MM-PUR-GF-SN → Serial Numbers in Purchasing → Package (E4A0000041)
  91. MM-PUR-GF-TAX → Taxes → Package (HLA0001525)
  92. MM-PUR-OA → Vendor Outline Agreements → Package (HLA0006035)
  93. MM-PUR-OA-CON → Contract → Package (HLA0001537)
  94. MM-PUR-OA-SCH → Scheduling Agreement → Package (HLA0001538)
  95. MM-PUR-OPT → Optimization in Purchasing → Package (E4A0000001)
  96. MM-PUR-OPT-GRC → Goods Receipt Capacity Check → Package (E4A0000005)
  97. MM-PUR-OPT-IB → Investment Buy → Package (E4A0000002)
  98. MM-PUR-OPT-LB → Load Building → Package (E4A0000003)
  99. MM-PUR-OPT-PLW → Planning Workbench → Package (E4A0000004)
  100. MM-PUR-PO → Purchase Orders → Package (HLA0006041)
  101. MM-PUR-REQ → Purchase Requisitions → Package (HLA0006039)
  102. MM-PUR-RFQ → RFQ/Quotation → Package (HLA0006040)
  103. MM-PUR-SQ → Sources of Supply → Package (HLA0006036)
  104. MM-PUR-SQ-QTA → Quota Arrangement → Package (HLA0001535)
  105. MM-PUR-SQ-SLI → Source List → Package (HLA0001536)
  106. MM-PUR-SSP → Self-Service Procurement → Package (/SRMERP/EBS0000022)
  107. MM-PUR-VM → Vendor-Material Relationships and Conditions → Package (HLA0006038)
  108. MM-PUR-VM-CON → Conditions → Package (HLA0001534)
  109. MM-PUR-VM-REC → Info Record → Package (HLA0001532)
  110. MM-PUR-VM-SET → Subsequent Settlement → Package (HLA0001533)
  111. MM-SRV → External Services → Package (HLA0006033)
  112. MM-SRV-ACC → Account Assignment → Package (AL00000031)
  113. MM-SRV-ADB → Adobe Document Services for External Services → Package (AC00000048)
  114. MM-SRV-ADB-PRN → Document Output with Adobe Document Services → Package (AC00000049)
  115. MM-SRV-BPI → BAPIs → Package (AL00000056)
  116. MM-SRV-BW → LIS and BW → Package (AL00000055)
  117. MM-SRV-ES → Enterprise Services in External Services → Package (E380000053)
  118. MM-SRV-GF → Basic Functions → Package (HLA0100761)
  119. MM-SRV-IP → Invoicing Plan → Package (AL00000030)
  120. MM-SRV-MD → Master Data → Package (HLA0100762)
  121. MM-SRV-PR → Price Determination/Conditions → Package (AL00000029)
  122. MM-SRV-SR → Service Entry → Package (HLA0100763)
  123. MM-WM-ST → Stock Placement and Stock Removal Strategies → Package (HLA0006610)

Some of the important tables in SAP material management module are

Following links provides full list of MM module tables in SAP with details.

Important Tcodes in MM module in SAP

Following links provides full list of MM tcodes with details.

SAP MM Module Tips to note

TipDescription
Utilize the Material Master effectively.Maintain accurate and complete data in the Material Master to ensure efficient procurement, inventory management, and costing.
Leverage the power of MRP.Utilize Material Requirements Planning (MRP) to optimize inventory levels and ensure timely delivery of materials.
Automate routine tasks.Automate repetitive tasks such as purchase order creation and invoice processing to free up time for more strategic activities.
Take advantage of reporting and analytics tools.Utilize built-in reporting and analytics tools to gain insights into your material management processes and identify areas for improvement.
Stay up-to-date with the latest features and functionalities.Regularly update your SAP MM system to take advantage of the latest features and functionalities.
Seek help from the SAP community.There is a large and active community of SAP MM module users who can provide support and guidance.
Consider attending SAP MM training courses.Enhance your skills and knowledge by attending SAP MM training courses.
Develop a strong understanding of your business processes.A clear understanding of your business processes is essential for effectively implementing and utilizing SAP MM module.
Document your processes and procedures.Documenting your processes and procedures will help ensure consistency and compliance.
Regularly review and update your SAP MM configuration.Regularly review and update your SAP MM configuration to ensure it is aligned with your changing business needs.

SAP MM Module Tutorials

Tutorial Part 1 : MM Module Basic

Tutorial Part 2 : Master Data

Tutorial Part 3 : Scenarios & Functions

Tutorial Part 4 : MM module components

Important Terms & Reference in MM Module

  1. Purchase Order in SAP MM
  2. Purchase Requisition in SAP MM
  3. Purchasing Info Record in SAP MM
  4. Material Stock in SAP MM
  5. Goods Receipt in SAP MM
  6. Outline Agreement in SAP MM & SD
  7. Vendor master in SAP MM
  8. Service Entry
  9. Price Determination
  10. Stock
  11. Subsequent Settlement
  12. Quota Arrangement
  13. Supply source
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