Module

[Former Member]

Hi

What is WHS and SS modules?

WHS IS warehouse system??

Thanks in advance

[Former Member]

Hi ,

WM IS WareHouse Management which is more described as follows.

SAP is an integrated software package for business applications. SAP is divided into many 'Modules' for ease of implementation. Each module covers a special aspect of business. Examples are "MM" module covers 'Materials Management', 'CO' module deals with 'Costing' etc. All these modules are integrated i.e., they look at the same data when queried. Thus data redundancy can be eliminated. SAP is a real time system. You always look at current data and not historical data.

SAP R/3 also acts as a 'facilitator' for a number of other improvement projects, finally resulting in business benefits such as increased sales and lower cost of operations.

'WM' sub-module of 'MM' module takes care of 'Warehouse Management ' functionality. Warehouses can be managed efficiently at 'Bin location' level using WM module.

WM module of SAP R/3 provides flexible, efficient, automated support that enables you to:

manage complex warehouse structures

define and manage storage areas and storage bins in the warehouse

manage several different types of storage, such as high rack storage, block storage or fixed bin storage

process all relevant postings and transactions such as goods receipts, goods issues and general stock transfers.

monitor stock movements

execute stock placements and removals using different put-away and picking strategies

process stock differences

manage hazardous materials

use bar code scanners

interface to external non-SAP warehousing systems

manage inventory at the storage bin level

ensure that stock posted in the Inventory Management system is the same as the stock in the warehouse

integrate with materials management, product planning, quality management and sales and distribution

It primarily aims at defining and managing complex warehouse structures within a company.

The following points must be considered when implementing the SAP R/3 WM module:

Path optimization for:

stock placements

stock removal

stock transfer (for example, replenishment)

Even utilization of warehouse capacity

Balanced utilization of warehouse personnel

Possibility for improvement in warehouse stocking

Handling of means of conveyance for stock placement and stock removal

Possibility for improvement of work papers

'WM' module is one of the effective tools available to manage Warehouse and keep inventory at optimum level. But it is a 'Tool' and you need a skillful craftsman who can understand your business needs and satisfy them using the tool. Potentials of the tool must be extracted fully for the best results

Please reward if useful.