Sales & Distribution Module

SAP ERP Sales and Distribution is a component of the logistics module and is one of the worth noting
modules of SAP ERP. It encloses all the information regarding customer and services. In an
organization, it deals with presales process, order processing, shipping of goods or services and
billing of goods or services.

The main processes of SAP SD Modules are comprises of Customer Master Data, Material Master
Data, Pricing Master Data, Inquiry, Quotation, Contract, Sales Order Processing, Delivery ,Picking,
Billing and Credit Management. The main integration of SAP SD Modules are with MM, PP, QM, PM,
PS and FICO Modules.

Presales Process Sales Order

(Inquiry, Delivery Invoicing
Processing
Quotation)

Logistic Execution Module

Transportation is an essential element in the logistics chain .SAP Logistics Execution offers all the
functions necessary for mapping the execution of logistics processes. The core functions of Logistics
Execution nearly always focus on complex goods receipt and goods issue processes. It affects both
incoming and outgoing goods. Effective transportation planning and processing ensure that
shipments are dispatched without delay and arrive on schedule. Transportation costs play an
essential role in the calculation of the price of a product

Transportation planning and processing is based on the shipment document. This document
facilitates the flow of information from the shipper to the customer and to any service agents who
are involved in the business transaction. Outbound shipments in Sales and Distribution is based on
sales orders and deliveries. The main integration of LE Modules for outbound shipments are with SD,
MM and FICO Modules.   
Material Management Module

SAP ERP Material Management is a major component of the logistics module. Materials
Management module in SAP consists of several components and sub-components. It deals with the
Procurement Process, Master Data (Material & Vendor Master), Account Determination & Valuation
of Material, Inventory Management, Invoice Verification, Material Requirement Planning etc.

Material Management process ensures that there is never a shortage of materials or any gaps in the
supply chain process of the organization. SAP MM speeds up the procurement and material
management activities for making the business run smoother with complete time and cost
efficiency. The main integration of MM Modules are with SD, PP, PM, PS, WM, QM and FICO
Modules.