Taking a direct results-oriented approach, this book effectively teaches new users how to work within the R/3 application and how to use SAP functions and when and why to use them.

Before use, standard ERP systems such as SAP R/3 need to be customized to meet the concrete requirements of the individual enterprise. This book provides an overview of the process models, methods, and tools offered by SAP and its partners to support this complex and time-consuming process. It begins by characterizing the foundations of the latest ERP systems from both a conceptual and technical viewpoint, whereby the most important components and functions of SAP R/3 are described. The main part of the book then goes on to present the current methods and tools for the R/3 implementation based on newer process models (roadmaps).

The book is designed to begin with the very basics and moves forward to cover the topics necessary to unleash the power of SAP - from the way tasks are handled in SAP to how Reports are executed in your task; from getting a complete know-how of SAP Administrative Utilities and Background Job Scheduling to SAP R/3 Basis System; from ABAP Workbench to ABAP Programming with MM and SD Modules and much more. With each topic building upon others, you are quickly able to utilize the R/3 functionality in a meaningful and productive manner. All this, as the book zips through the material and doesn t blather on or repeat points made earlier. A definitive informative guide that will help you make good on your company s sizable investment - no doubt, every aspect is worth the price of the entire book.

"To keep SAP R/3 running exactly to your company's specifications, you need SAP R/3 For Dummies. You'll get help on everything - working in a three-tiered landscape, handling user authorizations, defining and scheduling operation modes, monitoring performance with the Computing Center Management System, systematic guidelines for protecting security, and more!"--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved

Imagine that it’s the 1950s, and you are in charge of developing the U. S. interstate system. There are countless roads already in use. The system can go in numerous different directions. Where do you begin? Starting to transform your business with SAP NetWeaver is that daunting. NetWeaver is both an application platform and an integration platform. It integrates your current IT systems to enable portals, collaboration, data management, and development environments. To grasp the complexities and possibilities of SAP ASAP, dig in with SAP NetWeaver For Dummies and explore: MySAP Business Suite SAP Enterprise Planning Resource (ERP), Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Human Capital Management (HCM), Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), and more Mobile Infrastructure that performs like a universal translator for mobile interfaces, including laptops, wireless phones, and PDAs Master Data Management, including using the content consolidation technique to “clean up” data, master data harmonization to distribute it, and central master data management to maintain a data repository Web Application Service and NetWeaver Developer Studio—tools that let you integrate and create your own customized applications Written by Dan Woods, former CTO of The Street.com and CapitalThinking, and Jeffrey Word, the Director of Technology Strategy for SAP, this guide features real-life stories from businesses and examples of typical uses to help you cut through the complexities and get up and running. It includes a CD-ROM with: Detailed white papers and product overviews Stores from customers using SAP NetWeaver today Demos that show SAP NetWeaver in action A directory of resources for additional information Like that interstate system, SAP NetWeaver doesn’t have to be integrated all at once. You choose the applications that have the most potential to benefit your company’s operations and bottom line. SAP NetWeaver For Dummies even gives you recommendations for rolling it out and suggests practical ways to get started and get quick returns on your SAP investment. Then you’re going full-speed ahead on the road to success!

This book provides a framework and a complete plan to enable business and technical managers to make the optimal decisions that are necessary for the successful implementation of SAP in their organizations. Valuable information is provided on management tools, technical details, and case studies involving cultural/people issues.

Don't get trapped in a thicket of confusing IT terms and explanations: Consult this single resource written for you, the SAP user! You'll find detailed steps and screenshots that walk you through the processes you need to do your job: logging on to the system, navigation and maintenance, creating reports, printing, and so much more. Whether you're entering data, using SAP software on a daily basis, or need a foundational knowledge of navigating the SAP system, this book will get you comfortable in no time. Highlights: Logging on and off the system Navigating the system Changing the system layout and user data Reporting Printing Automating tasks Messaging and the business workplace Handling roles and authorizations Using help functions Working with the SAP components

Whether readers seek an introduction or in-depth knowledge of SAP R/3, this handbook fits the bill, covering programming, data modeling, systems architecture, installation, and system administration.

Testing SAP R/3: A Manager's Step-by-Step Guide shows how to implement a disciplined, efficient, and proven approach for testing SAP R/3 correctly from the beginning of the SAP implementation through post-production support. The book also shows SAP professionals how to efficiently provide testing coverage for all SAP objects before they are moved into a production environment.

This book is an essential foundation for IT managers, technical consultants, and R/3 System administrators. With first-hand knowledge gathered from Global Support specialists working on the implementation of over 20,000 R/3 Systems, this book teaches you how to perform your daily system administration tasks with optimal efficiency. This book also helps to prepare you to qualify as a Certified Technical Consultant (CTC) for R/3 Release 4.6 and Enterprise.