The LICQual Level 3 Award in Fundamentals of SAP Material Management (MM) is an advanced qualification tailored for professionals aiming to master SAP’s Material Management functionalities at a strategic and operational level. This course is designed to deepen the learner’s expertise in complex SAP MM processes, enabling them to support enterprise-wide material planning, procurement, and inventory strategies.
As organizations increasingly rely on SAP for efficient supply chain execution, this program equips participants with high-level skills that are crucial for contributing to digital transformation within procurement and logistics functions.
The course builds on foundational and intermediate SAP MM knowledge, guiding learners through advanced topics such as automatic account determination, inventory valuation, material ledger functions, and strategic sourcing. Emphasis is placed on the integration of SAP MM with other core modules like Finance (FI), Controlling (CO), and Production Planning (PP), allowing participants to grasp the interdependencies in ERP systems.
The LICQual Level 3 Award in Fundamentals of SAP Material Management (MM) offers both theoretical depth and hands-on experience to ensure learners can operate confidently in professional SAP environments.
Participants will engage in real-world case studies and SAP simulations that reflect the complexities of modern supply chains. They will learn to configure advanced procurement scenarios, manage exceptions, execute detailed reporting, and resolve issues related to goods movement and vendor management. The course fosters analytical thinking, data interpretation, and strategic decision-making skills that are essential for SAP MM practitioners in supervisory or specialist roles.
The LICQual Level 3 Award in Fundamentals of SAP Material Management (MM) is ideal for SAP users, analysts, and consultants looking to expand their system capabilities and take on more strategic responsibilities. It is also beneficial for team leaders, ERP specialists, and professionals involved in enterprise resource planning, who require advanced knowledge of SAP MM workflows, integrations, and best practices. The qualification signals to employers that the candidate possesses both depth and breadth of understanding in SAP MM functionality and its role in business optimization.
Upon completion, learners will be well-prepared to contribute to SAP implementation, enhancement, or support projects in global organizations. The LICQual Level 3 Award in Fundamentals of SAP Material Management (MM) enhances professional credibility and opens up career advancement opportunities in procurement, logistics, and ERP consulting roles.
With SAP’s continued dominance in enterprise technology, this course ensures that participants remain competitive, capable, and aligned with industry standards in material management.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual Level 3 Award in Fundamentals of SAP Material Management (MM)
Total Units
6
Total Credits
6
GLH
18
Qualification #
LICQ2200496
Qualification Specification
To enroll in theLICQual Level 3 Award in Fundamentals of SAP Material Management (MM) applicants must meet the following criteria:
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2200496-1 |
Configuration of Material Types and Valuation Classes |
1 |
3 |
|
LICQ2200496-2 |
Purchase Requisition, RFQ, and PO Lifecycle |
1 |
3 |
|
LICQ2200496-3 |
Inventory Management: Types and Strategies |
1 |
3 |
|
LICQ2200496-4 |
Vendor Evaluation and Pricing Procedures |
1 |
3 |
|
LICQ2200496-5 |
Consumption-Based Planning and MRP Introduction |
1 |
3 |
|
LICQ2200496-6 |
MM Integration with FI, SD, and WM Modules |
1 |
3 |
By the end of this course,applicants will be able to:
- Configuration of Material Types and Valuation Classes
- Configure material types and valuation classes to support customized material management strategies.
- Understand the impact of valuation settings on inventory accounting and financial reporting.
- Purchase Requisition, RFQ, and PO Lifecycle
- Manage the end-to-end procurement process including purchase requisitions, requests for quotation (RFQ), and purchase orders (PO).
- Analyze document flow and procurement timelines to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Inventory Management: Types and Strategies
- Apply different inventory management methods such as unrestricted use, blocked stock, and consignment stock.
- Develop and implement inventory strategies based on business needs and SAP best practices.
- Vendor Evaluation and Pricing Procedures
- Execute vendor evaluation based on predefined criteria and performance indicators.
- Configure and manage pricing procedures for automated price determination in purchasing.
- Consumption-Based Planning and MRP Introduction
- Understand the concepts and applications of consumption-based planning and material requirements planning (MRP).
- Execute basic MRP runs and interpret planning results for procurement and stock optimization.
- MM Integration with FI, SD, and WM Modules
- Analyze how SAP MM integrates with Financial Accounting (FI), Sales and Distribution (SD), and Warehouse Management (WM).
- Resolve common cross-module issues and ensure consistent data flow across SAP processes.
This diploma is ideal for:
- Professionals seeking advanced proficiency in SAP Material Management (MM) functionalities.
- Individuals who have completed Level 1 and Level 2 SAP MM training and wish to progress to expert-level understanding.
- ERP consultants aiming to specialize in SAP MM configuration and integration.
- Supply chain managers and team leads looking to enhance their digital and system-based planning capabilities.
- Inventory and warehouse supervisors managing complex stock and logistics workflows in SAP.
- Procurement officers involved in advanced purchasing strategies and vendor performance analysis.
- Business analysts responsible for interpreting procurement and inventory data using SAP reports.
- IT professionals supporting SAP MM modules across cross-functional departments.
- SAP project team members working on implementation, upgrade, or customization projects.
- Manufacturing and production planners using SAP MM for raw material and component management.
- Professionals transitioning into SAP MM roles from traditional or manual inventory systems.
- Team leaders overseeing purchasing, warehousing, and materials handling processes in SAP.
- Professionals interested in aligning SAP MM operations with financial and warehouse systems.
- Consultants or freelancers offering SAP MM advisory and training services.
- Graduates and postgraduates in business, supply chain, or IT disciplines aiming for ERP careers.
Assessment and Verification
All units within this qualification are subject to internal assessment by the approved centre and external verification by LICQual. The qualification follows a criterion-referenced assessment approach, ensuring that learners meet all specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘Pass’ in any unit, learners must provide valid, sufficient, and authentic evidence demonstrating their attainment of all learning outcomes and compliance with the prescribed assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for evaluating the evidence and determining whether the learner has successfully met the required standards.
Assessors must maintain a clear and comprehensive audit trail, documenting the basis for their assessment decisions to ensure transparency, consistency, and compliance with quality assurance requirements.
