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• What is SAP Plant Maintenance (PM)?

  SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) is a component of SAP ERP Central Component (ECC) that helps businesses support and maintain equipment and systems. Continue Reading

• What is SAP Quality Management (QM)?

  SAP Quality Management (QM) is a component of SAP ERP Central Component (ECC) that helps businesses implement and run quality control (QC) processes. Continue Reading

• What is SAP Sales and Distribution (SAP SD)?

  SAP Sales and Distribution (SAP SD) is an SAP ERP Central Component (ECC) core functional module that helps organizations store and manage customer- and product-related data. Continue Reading

• What is SAP Data Services?

  SAP Data Services is a data integration and transformation software application that enables organizations to capture more meaning and value from their structured and unstructured data. Continue Reading

• What is SAP Project System (SAP PS)?

  SAP Project System is a module in the SAP ERP system that enables tightly controlled project management from planning to completion. Continue Reading

• Definitions to Get Started

  • What is SAP Plant Maintenance (PM)?
  • What is SAP Quality Management (QM)?
  • What is SAP Sales and Distribution (SAP SD)?
  • What is SAP Data Services?

  • What is SAP Project System (SAP PS)?
  • What is SAP Production Planning?
  • What is SAP Basis?
  • vendor management system (VMS)

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• What is SAP Production Planning?

  SAP Production Planning (SAP PP) is the component of ERP Central Component (SAP ECC) that helps businesses plan the manufacturing, sale and distribution of goods.Continue Reading

• What is SAP Basis?

  SAP Basis is the technical foundation that enables SAP applications to function.Continue Reading

• vendor management system (VMS)

  A vendor management system (VMS) is an enterprise software platform that helps companies control the process of procuring and managing a flexible workforce.Continue Reading

• SAP SuccessFactors

  SAP SuccessFactors is a leading suite of cloud-based talent management and human capital management (HCM) software.Continue Reading

• SAP ERP

  SAP ERP is enterprise resource planning software developed by the company SAP SE.Continue Reading

• SAP S/4HANA Finance

  SAP S/4HANA Finance is a financial application in the SAP S/4HANA ERP platform.Continue Reading

• SAP S/4HANA

  SAP S/4HANA is an ERP business suite based on the SAP HANA in-memory database that allows companies to perform transactions and analyze business data in real time.Continue Reading

• SAP S/4HANA Cloud

  SAP S/4HANA Cloud is a SaaS version of SAP S/4HANA ERP, a suite of integrated business applications.Continue Reading

• 5 steps for boosting SAP ECC security

  Cybersecurity remains a top priority for organizations. Learn some key steps that companies with SAP ECC should follow to boost their security and stay safe.Continue Reading

• A short guide to primary SAP S/4HANA modules and LOBs

  SAP groups S/4HANA modules around lines of business. Here's a quick overview of modules and features for finance, HCM, procurement, manufacturing and more.Continue Reading

• SAP ERP Central Component (SAP ECC)

  SAP ERP Central Component (SAP ECC) is an on-premises enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.Continue Reading

• SAP Cloud for Customer (SAP C4C)

  SAP Cloud for Customer (SAP C4C) is a software as a service (SaaS) platform for sales and service.Continue Reading

• AribaPay

  AribaPay is a system for electronic payments for goods and services on the SAP Ariba Network, a global business trading community. AribaPay is designed to bring visibility and a consumer-like experiences B2B e-commerce, as well as replacing complex ...Continue Reading

• SAP Global Trade Services (SAP GTS)

  SAP Global Trade Services (GTS) is software that allows companies to support and define import and export trade processes in SAP ERP.Continue Reading

• SAP Predictive Analytics

  SAP Predictive Analytics is business intelligence software from SAP that is designed to enable organizations to analyze large data sets and predict future outcomes and behaviors.Continue Reading

• The at-a-glance guide to the latest SAP ERP choices

  IT leaders may find it difficult to distinguish between the versions of S/4HANA. Here's a cheat sheet on the strengths and weaknesses of each.Continue Reading

• Deloitte SAP Industry Cloud apps aim to fill ERP gaps

  The head of Deloitte's $4 billion SAP practice explains the consultancy's role in SAP's new industry applications and how Kinetic Microservices can extend S/4HANA Cloud.Continue Reading

• How does SAP Product Footprint Management work?

  SAP Product Footprint Management can help companies assess and manage their environmental impact. Learn about some of the software's capabilities.Continue Reading

• A buyer's guide to S/4HANA Any Premise on HEC

  S/4HANA Any Premise on HEC is best for companies with a complex environment that are upgrading from an existing SAP system. Learn whether it's the best choice for your company.Continue Reading

• Understand SAP Industry Cloud and how it works

  SAP's industry-focused approach to the cloud is meant to provide vertical functionality and digital transformation with less disruption. Here are some examples.Continue Reading

• Why are some SAP customers resisting S/4HANA?

  SAP has touted S/4HANA as the natural successor to ECC, but many customers are resisting the move. Here are some of the reasons why.Continue Reading

• SAP FICO (SAP Finance and SAP Controlling)

  SAP FICO is an important core functional component in SAP ERP Central Component that allows an organization to manage all of its financial data.Continue Reading

• Does Infoporter aid SAP ERP HCM-Employee Central data migration?

  Learn how SAP data migration tool Infoporter assists in moving from SAP ERP HCM to SuccessFactors Employee Central and why IT teams might find it helpful.Continue Reading

• SAP BusinessObjects BI

  SAP BusinessObjects BI (SAP BO) is a centralized suite of reporting and analytics tools for business intelligence (BI) platforms.Continue Reading

• How should organizations deploy SAP Industry Cloud?

  SAP Industry Cloud offers preconfigurations and next-generation features. Learn what the software is, how it can help and what implementation options exist.Continue Reading

• SAP MII (SAP Manufacturing Integration and Intelligence)

  SAP MII (SAP Manufacturing Integration and Intelligence) is an SAP application for synchronizing manufacturing operations with back-office business processes and standardized data.Continue Reading

• What are the main components of the SAP Activate methodology?

  If you want to implement cloud and on-premises editions of SAP S/4HANA and SAP Cloud applications, then you need to know SAP Activate methodology. Here's an in-depth look at it.Continue Reading

• How can SAP Data Custodian boost public cloud data control?

  Public cloud technology has evolved, but business leaders still worry about its ability to manage and protect their data. Learn how Data Custodian may help.Continue Reading

• SuccessFactors implementation methodology: Overview of choices

  There are three different SuccessFactors implementation methodologies. Here's the information you need in order to select the one that will work best for your company.Continue Reading

• SAP S/4HANA deployment options: Legacy ERP vs. cloud

  Take this tour of the on-premises S/4HANA and its two cloud siblings and get expert advice on major differences in cost and functions before starting the journey.Continue Reading

• How to pick a SuccessFactors implementation partner

  Selecting the right SuccessFactors implementation partner is a critical step in the journey to deploying the system. Check out these six tips for finding a partner.Continue Reading

• 6 critical steps of a successful SAP S/4HANA migration

  A successful S/4HANA project starts with knowing why your organization should even make the move, then nailing down whether S/4 will do what you need.Continue Reading

• What are some key SuccessFactors onboarding capabilities?

  Onboarding is critical to employee experience and a company's reputation as a talent destination. Learn about SuccessFactors functionality to help improve this important process.Continue Reading

• 5 SAP case studies from 2019 to inspire, caution you

  These five SAP case studies serve as learning tools so you can avoid making the mistake someone has already made and get succinct reminders of what's important.Continue Reading

• What are some SAP public cloud benefits for IT teams?

  Some companies are facing decisions about whether to move to an SAP cloud and if so, which one. Here's a look at the SAP public cloud option and what it offers.Continue Reading

• A primer on Employee Central Service Center

  SAP has created Employee Central Service Center to simplify how HR issues get resolved. Here's a look at who it's for, how it works and what it can do.Continue Reading

• SAP vs. Oracle: Compare their cloud platforms

  SAP Cloud Platform vs. Oracle Cloud Platform is an important issue for organizations that are considering either vendor. Here's what you need to know.Continue Reading

• How to implement DevOps for SAP Cloud Platform: 4 best practices

  A successful implementation of DevOps for SAP begins with understanding several best practices. Here are four to get you started.Continue Reading

• How does SAP SuccessFactors Onboarding support crossboarding?

  Onboarding a new hire is one thing, but what about when an employee simply moves from their role into a different one at the same company?Continue Reading

• SAP Leonardo technologies seek to empower the digital enterprise

  Learn the fundamentals of Leonardo, how it has evolved over the years and key steps to using its advanced technologies to build a responsive, real-time digital enterprise.Continue Reading

• A breakdown of 10 commonly used SAP ECC components

  Whether you've already implemented SAP ECC or your company is considering expanding its use of the on-premises ERP system, it's time to brush up on the main functional components.Continue Reading

• Why is SAP Cloud Platform Portal crucial to application development?

  As SAP continues to evolve in the cloud, it's important your company does the same. To ensure a more seamless migration, start with SAP Cloud Platform Portal as your entry point.Continue Reading

• When should you switch over to SAP Cloud Platform Portal?

  Consolidating on ABAP and moving off a mixed Java-ABAP environment are major reasons to shift from SAP Enterprise Portal to SAP Cloud Platform Portal.Continue Reading

• SAP Business One

  SAP Business One is an ERP software platform specifically intended for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs).Continue Reading

• ABAP (Advanced Business Application Programming)

  ABAP (Advanced Business Application Programming) is the primary programming language supported on the SAP NetWeaver ABAP application server platform and applications that run on it, such as SAP ERP (formerly R/3), S/4HANA and CRM.Continue Reading

• SAP Ariba

  SAP Ariba is a software company that provides cloud-based procurement, spend management and supply chain services that enable suppliers and buyers to connect and do business globally.Continue Reading

• Where does SAP S/4HANA public cloud fit in two-tier ERP?

  S/4HANA public cloud provides a less disruptive route to digital transformation than some options -- including the on-premises S/4 -- and smoother migration from legacy SAP.Continue Reading

• SAP Analytics Cloud

  SAP Analytics Cloud (or SAP Cloud for Analytics) is a software as a service (SaaS) business intelligence (BI) platform designed by SAP. Analytics Cloud is made specifically with the intent of providing all analytics capabilities to all users in one ...Continue Reading

• SAP MM (SAP Materials Management)

  SAP MM (Materials Management) is a module in SAP ERP Central Component (ECC) that provides companies with materials, inventory and warehouse management capabilities.Continue Reading

• SAP NetWeaver

  SAP NetWeaver is a technology platform that allows organizations to integrate data, business processes, elements and more from a variety of sources into unified SAP environments.Continue Reading

• SAP Business Suite

  SAP Business Suite is a bundle of end-to-end enterprise software applications that integrate data, processes and functions for important areas such as finance, sales and HR, as well as industry-focused features.Continue Reading

• Why consider SAP SaaS ERP -- 8 benefits of S/4HANA public cloud

  The SaaS version of SAP S/4HANA may help companies lower their ERP total cost of ownership and help them stay agile in a business world that's always changing. Here's how.Continue Reading

• Stay ahead of SuccessFactors integrations and implementations

  Our editors and industry experts offer best practices and advice on implementing and integrating SAP SuccessFactors, including how to better use Employee Central.Continue Reading

• Fieldglass

  SAP Fieldglass is a cloud-based software platform that allows companies to manage external workforces, including contractors, temporary workers, contingent labor, and statement of work (SOW) employees.Continue Reading

• SAP BW (Business Warehouse)

  SAP Business Warehouse (BW) is a model-driven data warehousing product based on the SAP NetWeaver ABAP platform.Continue Reading

• Greg Tomb: HANA underpins SuccessFactors, post-2025 SAP HCM

  The cloud has loomed large in Greg Tomb's SAP career. Now, he has a year under his belt at SuccessFactors and much to say about where SaaS fits in the migration from legacy HCM.Continue Reading

• SAP Cloud Platform

  SAP Cloud Platform (SCP) is a platform-as-a-service (PaaS) product that provides a development and runtime environment for cloud applications.Continue Reading

• How does SAP S/4HANA digital core enable digital transformation?

  The S/4HANA digital core is an initiative of SAP to help companies turn big data emanating from various sources, such as sensors, into actionable insights. Here's a look.Continue Reading

• What are your S/4HANA supply chain software integration options?

  Starting with S/4HANA supply chain software and adding additional capabilities through components such as Ariba and C/4HANA can solve some of the thorniest supply chain issues.Continue Reading

• Which SAP C/4HANA deployment options create great customer experience?

  Companies looking to SAP to help them create great customer experience should understand C/4HANA deployment options and which is best for them.Continue Reading

• SAP Fiori

  SAP Fiori is a design language and user experience approach developed by SAP for use by SAP, its customers and its partners in business applications.Continue Reading

• SAP HEC (HANA Enterprise Cloud)

  SAP HEC (HANA Enterprise Cloud) is a managed, private cloud hosting service for SAP HANA and its related applications.Continue Reading

• On-premises, hosted most popular S/4HANA deployment options

  The pure cloud -- SaaS -- version of SAP's newest ERP, S/4HANA Cloud, lacks some of the same features of the on-premises version. But there are other reasons to keep S/4 close.Continue Reading

• S/4HANA public cloud version can get lost in cloud confusion

  The 'true' public cloud is the streamlined SaaS version of on-premises S/4. But private cloud options are often conflated with public cloud, making it hard to keep them straight.Continue Reading

• How can I use the V-Model with SAP Product Lifecycle Management?

  The V-Model combines three highly interconnected components of product development: mechanics, electronics and informatics. Here are the steps for using it with SAP PLM.Continue Reading

• SAP BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface)

  SAP BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface) is a standard interface to the business object models in SAP products.Continue Reading

• IDoc (intermediate document)

  IDoc (intermediate document) is a standard data structure used in SAP applications to transfer data to and from SAP system applications and external systems.Continue Reading

• SAP Cloud Platform architecture is glue for new technologies

  SAP Cloud Platform has numerous integration tools for linking next-gen technologies like blockchain, machine learning and IoT to each other -- and to SAP enterprise applications.Continue Reading

• What are SAPUI5 libraries, and how should developers use them?

  If you want to get more serious about developing UI5 apps, you need to know how the libraries fit into the broader architecture, as well as their strengths and weaknesses.Continue Reading

• What are the steps for configuring SAP EWM slotting?

  Slotting in SAP Extended Warehouse Management ensures that products are placed using the correct physical and storage conditions, and picked according to the right parameters.Continue Reading

• What are the options for SAP Ariba integration with SAP ECC?

  Your company's current SAP ERP landscape is critical in choosing how to integrate Ariba and ERP Central Component. Here's a look at what you need and the three options you'll have.Continue Reading

• Which SAP IBP implementation methodology is best?

  When it comes to SAP Integrated Business Planning, it's important to consider which methodology most closely matches the scope of the SAP IBP implementation.Continue Reading

• What are three ways SAP Material Ledger improves product costing?

  Implementing SAP Material Ledger in a manufacturing environment expedites the month-end financial closing process through inventory valuation at actual costs. Here's how.Continue Reading

• What does a smooth, post-acquisition ERP transition entail?

  Continuing to use existing ERP systems and enlisting ERP services support are just two key areas that CIOs must focus on after a company is acquired. Here's more.Continue Reading

• What is the best way to upgrade to SAP Process Orchestration?

  Upgrading from SAP Process Integration to SAP Process Orchestration is possible, but learn why many companies are opting for a side-by-side migration from PI to PO and some of the steps involved.Continue Reading

• Start preparing infrastructure now for SAP S/4HANA migration

  SAP has set 2025 as the date it will no longer support its Business Suite ERP system, and some infrastructure service providers believe customers should begin to plan now.Continue Reading

• What kitting process functionalities does SAP EWM offer?

  The kitting process can be triggered either from SAP ECC or SAP EWM in kit-to-stock and kit-to-order business scenarios, and reverse kitting is available in EWM. Here's a look.Continue Reading

• What features does the SAP Sourcing component of SRM offer?

  The Sourcing component in SAP Supplier Relationship Management is meant to offer end-to-end procurement for globalized and complex procurement processes. Here's what to know.Continue Reading

• What inventory valuation methods does SAP's MM offer?

  Here's a look at five SAP inventory valuation reporting methods, how they can boost your inventory management efforts and why the financial account team should be involved.Continue Reading

• What are the core components of SAP IBP?

  SAP IBP is a meant to ensure strategic, tactical and operational planning, provide comprehensive analytics and ensure complete business controls, all in an integrated environment.Continue Reading

• Use SAP MRP to effectively plan production and procurement

  SAP material requirements planning brings efficiency and optimization to production and procurement plans.Continue Reading

• How does SAP ERP forecasting help predict material consumption?

  To help you prepare realistic sales, production and procurement plans, try leveraging SAP ERP forecasting to calculate your materials needs.Continue Reading

• How does SAP MM stock transport order help track goods shipment?

  Stock transport order in SAP MM helps you transfer, track and monitor goods movement between supplying and receiving plants.Continue Reading

• What is the SAP HANA XS Engine and how does it work?

  Ethan Jewett explains how the SAP HANA XS Engine is used to run lightweight applications on the SAP in-memory database platform.Continue Reading

• SAP Planned Delivery Time

  SAP Planned Delivery Time (PDT) is a tool within the SAP ERP software used to update manufacturing planning data, namely the scheduled delivery of procured goods and materials so that production plans reflect the most current data.Continue Reading

• How does SAP Planned Delivery Time help with procurement?

  SAP Planned Delivery Time can help cut inventory carrying costs, writes expert Jawad Akhtar.Continue Reading

• Create SuccessFactors Metadata Framework objects, rules with ease

  Looking at extending SuccessFactors software? Consultant Luke Marson lays out best practices for using the SuccessFactors Metadata Framework to make it happen.Continue Reading

• What's the difference between SAP ABAP and SAP Basis?

  Confused by the difference between SAP ABAP and SAP Basis? Developer Ethan Jewett explains how to tell them apart.Continue Reading

• Quick fixes for the most common post go-live SAP error messages

  There are a number of SAP error messages that can occur post ERP go-live, writes Jawad Akhtar. Here's how to knock them out.Continue Reading

• Use SAP Backflush functionality to automate production processes

  Companies save themselves headaches by automating production processes using SAP Backflush and Automatic Goods Receipt functions, writes Jawad Akhtar.Continue Reading

• Introduction to SAP ABAP internal tables

  In this SAP Press book chapter download, find an overview of SAP ABAP internal tables. Learn about the different ABAP table types available.Continue Reading

• Oracle vs. SAP lawsuit: The trial begins

  It’s been more than three years since Oracle filed a lawsuit against SAP alleging intellectual property theft. Read this special report for the history of the Oracle vs. SAP lawsuit.Continue Reading

• SAP Sapphire Now 2010 Orlando: SearchSAP.com Special Report

  This SAP Sapphire 2010 special report features content from SAP's annual user conference in one convenient location.Continue Reading

• Special Report: Choosing hardware for SAP environments

  SAP application performance starts with smart hardware decisions. In this special report, find out how to choose hardware for SAP environments.Continue Reading

• SAP ERP/ECC 6.0 upgrade planning and strategy

  Designing an SAP upgrade stategy is critical to the success of your SAP ERP/ECC 6.0 upgrade project. Find out how to decide whether you want a technical upgrade, a functional upgrade or strategic upgrade, as well as how to measure the success of ...Continue Reading