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Here are some common interview questions for SAP SD (Sales and
Distribution) based jobs along with their answers:

### Basic Questions

1. **What is SAP SD?**


- **Answer**: SAP SD (Sales and Distribution) is a core module in SAP ERP that deals
with the processes involved in selling, shipping, and billing of products and services. It
includes functions such as sales order processing, pricing, picking, packing, shipping,
billing, and credit management.

2. **What are the key components in SAP SD?**


- **Answer**: The key components of SAP SD include Master Data (Customer and
Material), Sales Order Processing, Delivery and Shipping, Billing and Invoicing, Credit
Management, and Sales Information System (SIS).

3. **What is the difference between inquiry and quotation?**


- **Answer**: An inquiry is a customer’s request for information about products
and services, including pricing and availability. A quotation is a formal offer provided
to the customer in response to an inquiry, detailing prices, terms, and conditions for
the products or services requested.

### Technical Questions

4. **What is the purpose of the Sales Area in SAP SD?**


- **Answer**: A Sales Area is a combination of Sales Organization, Distribution
Channel, and Division. It defines the distribution of products and services, and is used
to process and manage sales orders, pricing, and customer relationships.

5. **How does the pricing procedure work in SAP SD?**


- **Answer**: The pricing procedure in SAP SD determines the pricing for a sales
order or billing document. It involves a series of condition types (e.g., price, discount,
surcharge) and accesses sequences that define how the system searches for valid
condition records. The pricing procedure is assigned to a sales area and document
pricing procedure.

6. **What are the steps involved in creating a sales order?**


- **Answer**: The steps to create a sales order are:
1. Enter transaction code VA01.
2. Select the order type and enter sales organization, distribution channel, and
division.
3. Enter the customer and material details.
4. Verify pricing and availability.
5. Review the sales order summary.
6. Save the sales order.

### Scenario-Based Questions

7. **How would you handle a situation where a product is not available for
delivery?**
- **Answer**: In SAP SD, if a product is not available for delivery, I would perform
an availability check to confirm stock levels. If the product is unavailable, I would look
into options such as partial delivery, backordering, or proposing alternative products.
Additionally, communicating with the customer about the delay and expected delivery
date is crucial.

8. **Can you explain the process of credit management in SAP SD?**


- **Answer**: Credit management in SAP SD involves monitoring and controlling the
credit limits of customers to minimize credit risk. It includes setting up credit limits,
performing credit checks during sales order processing, and taking actions such as
blocking or releasing sales orders based on the credit status. Integration with financial
accounting ensures real-time credit monitoring.

### Advanced Questions

9. **What is the role of a Sales Document Type in SAP SD?**


- **Answer**: Sales Document Types in SAP SD define the characteristics and
behavior of sales documents such as inquiries, quotations, sales orders, and billing
documents. They control the processing flow, document number ranges, screen
layout, and relevant fields.

10. **How do you configure a new pricing procedure in SAP SD?**


- **Answer**: Configuring a new pricing procedure involves:
1. Defining new condition types in transaction V/06.
2. Creating access sequences in transaction V/07.
3. Assigning access sequences to condition types.
4. Creating a new pricing procedure in transaction V/08.
5. Assigning condition types to the pricing procedure and defining their sequence.
6. Assigning the pricing procedure to a sales area and document pricing procedure.

### Conceptual Questions

11. **What is the purpose of the Condition Technique in SAP SD?**


- **Answer**: The Condition Technique in SAP SD is used to determine prices,
taxes, discounts, and surcharges automatically. It utilizes condition types, access
sequences, and condition records to find the correct values during sales order
processing. This technique ensures consistent and accurate pricing.

12. **How does SAP SD integrate with other modules like MM and FI?**
- **Answer**: SAP SD integrates with MM (Materials Management) for inventory
and procurement processes. For example, it checks stock availability during order
processing. It integrates with FI (Financial Accounting) for billing and revenue
recognition, ensuring that financial transactions are recorded accurately. This
integration facilitates a seamless flow of information across the supply chain.

By preparing for these questions and understanding the underlying concepts, you'll be
well-equipped for an SAP SD job interview.

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