Production Planning and Control with SAP: Basic principles, processes, and complete customization details

This all-new, extended second edition provides readers with a detailed introduction to the tasks associated with industrial operations as well as highly detailed descriptions of the core processes of SAP PP (mySAP ERP 2005 Release). The various processes of discrete manufacturing are explained clearly in the following contexts: What are the business requirements? How can they be implemented using SAP? Which configuration steps are necessary and what are their effects? With step-by-step instruction and detailed, expert guidance, this book enables you to successfully implement and apply SAP PP in your own company. You ll also benefit from exclusive content devoted to exploring possible scenarios and the vast potential of mySAP SCM (APO) integration.

The book is intended for consultants, implementation project teams, and employees involved in production. In addition, numerous real-world examples and a comprehensive glossary make this book a must-have reference.

Highlights:

• Industrial Operations Tasks
• Production Planning and Control in mySAP ERP
• Organizational Structures
• Master Data
• Sales and Operations Planning
• Demand Management
• Material Requirements Planning
• Long-Term Planning
• Production Order Creation
• Capacity Requirements Planning
• Production Execution
• Supply Chain Management and Integration with SAP APO

Dr. Jörg Thomas Dickersbach works as a Solution Architect for supply chain management at SAP AG. His work focuses on project reviews, critical implementation projects, and workshops on specific SCM-related subjects. Since 1998, Jörg Thomas Dickersbach has been engaged in modeling and implementing logistical processes in the industries of discrete manufacturing, high technology, consumer goods, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals using SAP programs. He worked as a consultant for five years at SAP Deutschland AG & Co. KG and IMG AG.