Data Quality with IA and Governance in SAP Materials: Challenges for Pharma and Food & Beverages
The Material Master in SAP is the foundation from which the entire supply chain, production, and sales processes originate. A single error in master data can trigger a domino effect that impacts multiple areas of the business. For instance, in regulated industries such as pharmaceuticals, a component with an incorrectly defined validity period could lead […]
Boost OTIF Suppliers performance with SAP solutions
Consistently achieving strong performance in the On Time In Full (OTIF) indicator remains one of the most persistent challenges for supply chain team’s operating in SAP environments. OTIF measures the percentage of orders delivered both on time and in full, making it a direct reflection of supply chain efficiency and a key driver of customer […]
Solve RFQ problems in SAP for industries: Pharma and Food & Beverages
If you manage a purchasing department, you’re likely aware that handling Requests for Quotation (RFQs) in SAP is typically done manually or through various inefficient tools and channels, such as email. In industries like Food & Beverages and Pharma, the stakes are especially high. Tight regulatory oversight, complex quality standards, and time-sensitive procurement cycles mean […]
Boost goods receipt in sap with barcode and QR code integration
If you are a SAP MM user, you’re likely familiar with the fact that manual goods receipt in SAP processes often leads to errors, delays, and loss of traceability, among other issues we will explore below. As a result, inventory discrepancies and a lack of visibility into material movements can arise. However, there is a […]
Which vendor portal in SAP should you choose?
Still Don’t Have a vendor portal in SAP? Managing suppliers in SAP without a dedicated tool can quickly become a real headache. In the standard SAP MM module—whether in SAP ECC or S/4HANA—there is no structured communication channel for suppliers. This lack of structure slows down interactions, reduces the transparency and efficiency of the source-to-pay […]
Improve inventory management with SAP
Despite having a robust system in place, many companies continue to face persistent inventory management issues in SAP due to factors such as a lack of real-time visibility, reliance on manual record-keeping, and a disconnect between physical warehouse operations and the SAP system. This results in outdated data, errors, and poor decision-making. At Innova, we […]
What is SAP P2P and its best solutions?
In the SAP ERP system—both SAP ECC and SAP S/4HANA, and more specifically within the SAP MM module—there is full integration of processes spanning from purchase requisition to final vendor payment. This end-to-end flow directly connects functions such as procurement and inventory management, enabling greater efficiency across the business’s integrated operations. This comprehensive process covers […]
End-to-end purchase process including data-driven approvals in SAP
With the latest version of the ERP, SAP S/4HANA, purchase order management in SAP has enabled many businesses to adopt more structured processes aimed at improving traceability, control, and compliance. However-as anyone directly managing procurement in the system can attest-inefficiencies persist, leading to bottlenecks, errors, or approval delays. In many cases, users demand greater visibility […]
Shipment tracking in SAP with SITRACK and Searates
Tracking shipments in SAP—especially when dealing with international purchases and deliveries across multiple countries—can present significant challenges. If you’re using SAP ERP to manage these processes, you’ve likely encountered major difficulties, primarily due to a lack of automation and visibility. This article explores the most common challenges of shipment tracking in SAP and presents the […]
5 Tips for an Efficient Supply Chain in SAP
Implementing SAP in supply chain management represents a significant shift in optimizing processes related to planning, execution, and control of the flow of goods, services, resources, and information. This is where the SAP MM Module plays a pivotal role, streamlining procurement and inventory processes across the entire supply chain. However, SAP still presents challenges and […]
