• Understand SAP S/4HANA PP Fundamentals

• • • Gain a clear understanding of Production Planning concepts in the S/4HANA environment.

    • Learn the integration of PP with other SAP modules (MM, SD, QM, FICO).

  • Configure and Manage Master Data

    • Set up Material Master, Bill of Materials (BOM), Work Centers, and Routing in S/4HANA.

    • Maintain production versions and manage master data consistency.

  • Plan and Control Production

    • Execute demand management, material requirement planning (MRP), and capacity planning.

    • Work with make-to-order and make-to-stock production scenarios.

  • Perform Shop Floor Execution

    • Create and manage production orders.

    • Post goods issues, confirmations, and goods receipts for production orders.

  • Utilize Advanced S/4HANA Features

    • Leverage Fiori apps for production planning and monitoring.

    • Understand embedded analytics for real-time production insights.

  • Optimize Production Processes

    • Apply best practices for reducing lead time, controlling costs, and improving efficiency.

    • Identify and resolve bottlenecks using S/4HANA tools.

  • Hands-on Practical Skills

    • Perform end-to-end configuration and execution of production planning processes in a live SAP S/4HANA system.

    • Simulate real-world business scenarios to build confidence in handling production operations.

1. Roles

Professionals working on the PP module may have different designations based on the project stage and organizational needs:

• SAP PP Consultant

• SAP PP Functional Analyst

• Production Planner (Business User)

• SAP PP Support Consultant

• Integration Consultant (PP with MM, SD, QM, PM)

2. Key Responsibilities

For SAP PP Consultant / Functional Role

1. Requirement Gathering & Analysis

   • Interact with business stakeholders to understand production processes.

   • Gather requirements for discrete manufacturing, process manufacturing, or repetitive manufacturing.

   • Identify integration touchpoints (MM, SD, QM, PM, FI/CO).

2. Configuration & Master Data Setup

   • Configure material master, BOM (Bill of Materials), work centers, routing, and production versions.

   • Set up MRP parameters, planning strategies, and production scheduling profiles.

   • Define capacity planning and shop floor control settings.

3. Process Implementation

   • Map business processes to SAP S/4HANA PP functionalities (e.g., Make-to-Stock, Make-to-Order, Repetitive Manufacturing).

   • Implement MRP Live for faster planning runs.

   • Configure order types, scheduling, and cost tracking.

4. Integration Management

   • Ensure seamless integration with MM (materials), SD (sales), QM (quality), and PM (plant maintenance).

   • Coordinate with FI/CO for production cost postings.

5. Testing & Validation

   • Prepare and execute unit testing, integration testing, and user acceptance testing.

   • Validate MRP results, production orders, and lead time calculations.

6. End-User Training & Documentation

   • Conduct workshops and training sessions for planners and production supervisors.

   • Prepare functional specification documents and training manuals.

7. Post-Go-Live Support

   • Provide hypercare support.

   • Resolve issues related to production orders, MRP runs, and capacity planning.

   • Implement process improvements based on feedback.

3. Methodology (Typical SAP S/4HANA PP Implementation Approach)

The PP module implementation generally follows the SAP Activate Methodology, which consists of the following phases:

Phase 1 – Discover

• Understand client manufacturing requirements.

• Identify business value drivers for PP in S/4HANA.

• Assess current production planning processes.

Phase 2 – Prepare

• Conduct requirement workshops.

• Finalize scope (discrete, repetitive, or process manufacturing).

• Set up initial system landscape.

Phase 3 – Explore

• Perform fit-gap analysis between standard SAP PP functionality and client needs.

• Create solution design documents.

• Demonstrate prototype with sample data.

Phase 4 – Realize

• Configure master data and transactional processes.

• Set up BOMs, routings, production versions, MRP settings, and capacity planning.

• Perform unit and integration testing.

Phase 5 – Deploy

• Migrate master and transactional data from legacy systems.

• Train end-users on production planning processes.

• Conduct User Acceptance Testing (UAT).

• Go-live and start production tracking in the system.

Phase 6 – Run

• Monitor system performance and fix production planning issues.

• Optimize planning parameters for efficiency.

• Continuous improvement through business feedback.

• Production Planners and Shop Floor Executives who want to streamline manufacturing processes using SAP S/4HANA.

• Manufacturing Managers seeking to improve production efficiency, scheduling, and resource utilization.

• SAP Consultants (Functional/Technical) aiming to specialize in the PP module.

• ERP Professionals looking to upskill or transition into SAP S/4HANA projects.

• Freshers & Graduates with an interest in manufacturing, supply chain, or ERP systems.

• Business Analysts involved in production and material planning processes.

• End Users from manufacturing companies who need hands-on expertise in SAP S/4HANA PP functionalities.

With this training, participants will gain the skills to handle Master Data, MRP, Production Orders, Capacity Planning, and Integration with other SAP modules like MM, SD, and QM.

• Understanding SAP S/4HANA PP module architecture and integration with other modules (MM, SD, QM).

• Mastery of Master Data in PP: Material Master, Bill of Materials (BOM), Work Centers, and Routing.

• Demand Management and planning strategies in S/4HANA.

• Material Requirement Planning (MRP) processes and configuration.

• Production Order management – creation, release, scheduling, confirmation, and settlement.

• Capacity Planning – managing work center loads and scheduling.

• Integration of Shop Floor Control with production execution.

• Understanding Kanban, Repetitive Manufacturing, and other production scenarios in S/4HANA.

• Utilizing Fiori apps for PP-related processes in S/4HANA.

• Basic reporting and analytics in PP using Embedded Analytics.

• Hands-on practice with real-time case studies and business scenarios.

• Basic Business Process Knowledge

  • Understanding of manufacturing processes such as discrete, process, or repetitive production.

  • Familiarity with production planning concepts like BOM (Bill of Materials), routing, work centers, and scheduling.

• ERP Fundamentals

  • General awareness of how ERP systems work and their role in integrating business processes.

  • Preferably, some exposure to SAP ERP terminology and navigation.

• Basic Knowledge of Logistics Modules (optional but beneficial)

  • Familiarity with related modules like MM (Materials Management) and SD (Sales & Distribution) will help understand end-to-end scenarios.

• Computer Skills

  • Comfort with using business software, spreadsheets, and data entry.

• Industry Background (optional but advantageous)

  • Experience in manufacturing, supply chain, or production operations is a plus.