The Step-by-Step Guide to SAP WM to SAP EWM Migration

What is SAP EWM? 

SAP Extended Warehouse Management (SAP EWM) is a warehouse management module offered by SAP that allows businesses to efficiently manage their inventory in the warehouse. SAP Extended Warehouse Management (SAP EWM) is a component of SAP's supply chain management suite of applications.

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Features of SAP EWM

• Inbound/outbound goods handling management
• Storage and internal process control
• Out-of-warehouse field management
• Cross-docking
• Retail process efficiency

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What is SAP WM?

SAP WM is an integral part of logistics and it manages the storage and movement of materials in a warehouse. SAP WM is used to control the inventory at single or multiple locations. It handles the storage, management and movement of material within a warehouse complex.

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What are the Differences Between SAP EWM and SAP WM? 

SAP EWM provides a more robust and functional solution for managing warehouse functions in an organization compared to WM. It provides end-to-end support for various aspects of warehouse management, such as labor management, yard management, transportation management and cross-docking.

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Why do you need WM to EWM migration?

WM to EWM migration is essential because EWM is a more advanced warehouse management system that offers better features and capabilities than the traditional Warehouse Management (WM) system.

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Checklist for WM to EWM Migration

1. Analyze the Current WM Environment:

• Identify necessary data objects to migrate to EWM
• Identify the current processes and its related configuration
• Identify the customizations and user exits
• Identify the interfaces and reports
• Identify the physical inventory processes

2. Install EWM System:

• Install the EWM system on the target system
• Set up the organizational structure
• Customize the system settings
• Configure the warehouse processes
• Test the system.

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SAP EWM Consulting

As MDP Group, we provide end-to-end SAP EWM consulting services to our business partners with our consultants of 15 experienced in logistics, warehouse management and supply chain.

Our SAP EWM consulting services, including:

1. Business process design and consulting for SAP EWM
2. Design and implementation of SAP EWM
3. Integration of SAP EWM with other SAP modules and 3rd party systems
4. Supporting and enhancing existing SAP EWM processes
5. Offering expertise in warehouse operations, including inventory management and optimization
6. Providing support and training to users of SAP EWM
7. Developing custom solutions to meet specific business requirements
8. Optimizing overall warehouse operations and cost effectiveness
9. Providing post-implementation monitoring and support.
10. PoC on MDP S/4 Hana System

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