The LICQual Level 3 Award in Fundamentals of SAP Material Management (MM) is an advanced qualification designed for professionals who aim to develop a high-level understanding of SAP’s Material Management module and its strategic role in enterprise resource planning. SAP MM is an integral part of the SAP ERP system, enabling businesses to manage procurement, inventory, and supply chain operations with precision and efficiency. This course empowers learners to optimize business processes through expert use of SAP MM functionalities, enhancing organizational productivity and performance.
This advanced award covers a wide range of critical topics including strategic sourcing, pricing procedures, inventory valuation, subcontracting processes, material requirement planning (MRP), and integration with SAP modules such as SD (Sales and Distribution) and PP (Production Planning). The LICQual Level 3 Award in Fundamentals of SAP Material Management (MM) provides learners with the capability to analyze, configure, and manage complex procurement and inventory workflows, aligning material management functions with broader organizational goals and digital transformation strategies.
Learners will gain hands-on experience in creating customized reports, managing vendor master data, monitoring procurement cycles, and executing advanced inventory functions. The LICQual Level 3 Award in Fundamentals of SAP Material Management (MM) ensures that participants develop not just technical skills but also strategic insight into material management planning and control.
This qualification is ideal for experienced procurement professionals, supply chain analysts, SAP end-users, logistics managers, and ERP consultants seeking to advance their knowledge of SAP MM. By completing the LICQual Level 3 Award in Fundamentals of SAP Material Management (MM), learners demonstrate their ability to make data-driven decisions, improve procurement accuracy, and enhance supply chain efficiency. It is a perfect fit for individuals preparing for more specialized roles or advanced SAP certifications such as SAP Certified Application Associate in Material Management.
In today’s data-driven economy, organizations increasingly depend on professionals with deep SAP MM expertise to ensure smooth procurement operations and supply chain resilience. The LICQual Level 3 Award in Fundamentals of SAP Material Management (MM) equips learners with high-value skills that are applicable across various industries including manufacturing, retail, healthcare, and logistics. This award provides a strategic advantage in the job market and lays a strong foundation for further professional growth within SAP-centric roles.
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.