The SAP Material Number (8 digits) is the primary master data element of the SAP MM module. It is used to both describe and record history of purchases made. Material Groups (represented by a 4 digit code) are the hierarchical grouping of like materials. The Material numbers, for each unique material, is generated by the SAP system.
This material contains two methods for Vendor Payment of Purchase Requisitions, in brief;
-Using transaction ME53N, view date payment is due to vendor. Payment occurs prior to that date.
-More detailed information about vendor payment of PRs, using transaction FBL1N. In some cases, you may even see associated check number
This quality presentation for SAP MM Purchasing guide covers following frequently used processes in detail:
This end-user training is a very detailed and step by step guide for goods receipt procedures in SAP MM
If you receive part of what you have requisitioned, you should post a goods receipt for only items received. Make changes to the quantities as necessary.
This document shows you steps with screenshots in details for required procedures
Manual purchase requisitions will be created at the activity level, including the approval process and will be forwarded to the regional office for processing into the SAP system.
Purchase orders (PO) will be prepared using the SAP system, signed by the Contracting Officer and forwarded to the vendor for processing. Copies of the purchase orders will be forwarded to the requesting activity and receiving agent.
Contents:
Initial Setup of Purchase Requisition Default value screen
Create Purchase Requisition with Contract Discount
Creating a Purchase Requisition for Stock Materials
Create Requisition – Outside Vendor (No Contract) Cost Center and Asset
Release Purchase Requisition-ZE57
Release / Un-release Individual Requisition-ME54N