All SAP S/4HANA Modules (Business Areas)

List of all SAP S/4HANA Modules

Unlike its predecessors ECC / R3, SAP S/4HANA isn't directly structured into modules anymore.
However, the individual functionalities can be grouped into three application areas: Logistics, Finance, and Human Resources.
Each SAP module helps you map different business requirements within your SAP system.

A company can leverage the entire SAP system or just specific modules.
These modules aren't standalone; they're tightly integrated, allowing all of a company's tasks, functions, and processes to be mapped and managed within a single SAP system.

For industries where the standard SAP system doesn't quite fit, there are specialized industry solutions. Plus, you can always install additional modules or components if you need them.

SAP FI/CO - FINANCE & CONTROLLING

• A combination of SAP FI (Financial Accounting) and SAP CO (Planning, Controlling, and Business Process Reporting)

• Maps out all finance and accounting processes for a company.

• Example processes: General Ledger Accounting, Asset Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Overhead Cost Controlling, Product Cost Controlling, and Profitability Analysis

SAP EWM - EXTENDED WAREHOUSE MANAGEMENT

• Warehouse Management System

• Supports complete warehouse logistics, managing goods movements and warehouse administration, all with a focus on efficient logistics and storage processes.

• Example processes: Inventory, warehouse slot management and optimization, mapping goods movements, mapping workstations in the warehouse, monitoring and planning inventory levels and goods movements, connecting data radio (RF connection), warehouse control (interfaces to automation systems)

SAP SD - SALES & DISTRIBUTION

• A core module in the SAP system, designed for organizing all sales activities.

• It lets companies store and manage customer and product-related data.

• Example Processes: Foreign Trade & Customs, Credit Management, Invoicing, Transportation and Shipping, Order Management

SAP MM - MATERIAL MANAGEMENT

• A sub-area of logistics, used for inventory management and controlling procurement activities.

• It manages a company's material flow and provides transparent mapping for demand planning and procurement processes.

• Example Processes: Procurement Activities, Data Management, Inventory Management, Source Determination, Physical Inventory, Invoice Verification, and Returns Processing

SAP PM - PLANT MAINTENANCE = MAINTENANCE

• Maintenance module

• Centralized planning and management for all maintenance activities related to machinery and plant assets.

• Key functions for maintenance processing include: Preventive Maintenance, Maintenance Notifications, Maintenance Order Execution, Confirmations, and Maintenance History.

• Example Processes: Planning, Execution, and Documentation of Maintenance Measures, Service Work, and Repairs

SAP BW - BUSINESS WAREHOUSING

• SAP's Business Intelligence solution.

• It enables extensive analyses and reports based on a wide range of company data.

• It can process data from various sources in real-time, offering integration with Apache Hadoop, Spark, and other Big Data platforms, plus direct access to business processes.

• Functions: Structuring and Analysis of Corporate Data, Support for Decision-Making Processes, and the Provision of Self-Service Functions for Reporting

SAP QM - QUALITY MANAGEMENT

• Quality assurance module

• It leverages integration within the SAP system to link quality management tasks with other applications like Materials Management, Production, Sales, and Cost Accounting.

• Key functions include: Inspection Planning, Procurement, Sales, Inspection Lot Processing, Results Recording, Defect Recording, Sample Management, Quality Information System, Dynamic Modification of Inspection Scope, Quality Certificates, Quality Notifications, and Inspection Equipment Management.

• Example Processes: Logistics, Production, Finance, and Human Resources

SAP PS - PROJECT SYSTEM

• A standalone module that handles project execution.

• It's fully integrated into the ERP, so you don't need any separate interfaces for CO, FI, MM, or PP.

• Example Processes: Scheduling, Resource Planning, Cost Planning, and Monitoring of Project Budgets and Forecasts

SAP PP - PRODUCTION PLANNING

• Production Planning and Control module

• It takes care of all the necessary master data, like BOMs, routings, and available capacities, to ensure we get the most out of our production resources.

• This module enables both the temporal and spatial planning of production activities and the management of the supply chain within the enterprise.

• Changes in demand or the supply chain are processed in real-time.

• Example Processes: Integration of Production, Disposal, and Transport Processes, as well as Control and Review of Production Planning

SAP LO - GENERAL LOGISTICS

• This is where cross-module functionalities and master data for logistics are stored, including classification, batch management, variant configuration, and document management.

• The logistics modules include:

  • MM - Materials Management

  • WM - Warehouse Management

  • PP/PI - Production Planning and Control

  • PM - Plant Maintenance

  • QM - Quality Management

  • SD - Sales and Distribution

SAP RE FX - FLEXIBLE REAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT

• A solution designed to simplify real estate management.

• It makes managing real estate transactions and maintaining an overview much easier.

• Real estate master data can capture property details, providing a dual perspective: an architectural view and a usage view.

• Functions: Master Data Management for Real Estate, Renting and Leasing, Contract Management, Space Management

SAP TR - TREASURY

• A suite of solutions for the analysis and optimization of financial business processes.

• Its main role is to ensure robust liquidity, portfolio, and risk management for a company.

• Function: Performs Analyses of the Company's Liquidity and Risk Position

SAP IM - INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT

• This module covers the planning, execution, and control of investment projects.

• Example Processes: Planning, Investment, and Financing

SAP CS - CUSTOMER SERVICE = KUNDENSERVICE

• The core module for customer service, covering repair and maintenance.

• An extension of the SAP SD module.

• It's responsible for handling customer-specific tasks after a business transaction is completed.

• Example Processes: Control, Monitoring, Repair, and Returns

SAP LE - LOGISTICS EXECUTION = WAREHOUSE MANAGEMENT & SHIPPING

• Solution that combines the material and resource flow with the SAP TR module to map internal supply chain processes.

• It can be split into two main modules: Purchasing/Procurement and Warehouse Management.

• It integrates with Sales, Materials Management, Production, and Planning.

• Example Processes: Inventory Management, Storage Bin Management, Unit Management Area, Path and Route Optimization, Yard Management, Cross-Docking, and System-Side Reporting and Evaluations

SAP EHS - ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH & SAFETY = GEFAHRGUTMANAGEMENT

• A module within the SAP ERP system.

• It provides functionalities for health protection, safety, and corporate economics.

• Example processes: Managing and controlling goods receipt and goods issue processes, storage, and label and document printing to meet hazardous material handling requirements.

SAP SCM - SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

• This module brings advanced logistics functionalities from SAP ERP.

• Cross-company coordination of material, financial, and information flows

• It's suitable for the entire supply chain.

• Example processes: Warehouse management, transport management, and supply chain planning and optimization.

SAP APO - ADVANCED PLANNING & OPTIMIZATION

• A core component of SAP SCM.

• It helps companies manage and map their supply chains, sales functions, and handle transport and availability planning.

• Example processes: Sales planning, production and detailed scheduling, global ATP check, and transportation and vehicle planning.

SAP HCM - HUMAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT

• A comprehensive Human Capital Management system from SAP ERP.

• It includes all the functionalities you need to optimally manage and strategically develop your workforce.

• Sub-modules include: Personnel Administration, Organizational Management, Payroll, Time Management, Recruitment, Event Management, and Personnel Development.

• Example processes: Recruitment and administration, capturing payroll-relevant information, executing all HR processes, and talent development.

SAP WF - WORKFLOW = ARBEITSABLAUF

• It efficiently defines business processes.

• Processes are digitized, which means process steps are efficiently coordinated. This enables quick access to information and reduces throughput, idle, and transport times.

SAP ECM - ENTERPRISE CONTENT MANAGEMENT

• An overarching information system with simplified file management features.

• It can be integrated into your SAP ERP system.

• It creates opportunities to digitize existing and new documents, which can then be stored long-term using various archiving methods.

• Example processes: Digital archiving, digital contract management, digital invoice processing, and digital file management.

SAP TM – TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT

• A comprehensive system for planning, executing, and optimizing transport processes across your supply chain.

• It helps you efficiently manage transport operations, cut down on transport costs, and boost service quality.

• Sub-modules: Freight Management, Transport Planning and Optimization, Transport Execution, Shipment Tracking, Transport Cost Settlement, and Reporting and Analytics functions.

• Example processes: Route and tour planning, freight tendering, real-time shipment tracking, transport cost and freight settlement, and optimizing transport networks.