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What is the primary function of Automatic Account Determination in SAP Materials Management?
What is the primary function of Automatic Account Determination in SAP Materials Management?
Which transaction code is used to configure Automatic Account Determination in SAP?
Which transaction code is used to configure Automatic Account Determination in SAP?
What does the transaction key represent in the Automatic Account Determination process?
What does the transaction key represent in the Automatic Account Determination process?
In the context of account determination, what does the valuation class determine?
In the context of account determination, what does the valuation class determine?
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Why is it important to map movement types to G/L accounts?
Why is it important to map movement types to G/L accounts?
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Which of the following is NOT a key setting when defining account determination for movement types?
Which of the following is NOT a key setting when defining account determination for movement types?
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What is the function of an account modifier in the account determination configuration?
What is the function of an account modifier in the account determination configuration?
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Which of these movement types would typically require a mapping to a transaction key for inventory postings?
Which of these movement types would typically require a mapping to a transaction key for inventory postings?
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What is the transaction key for Movement Type 101, which is related to Goods Receipt for Purchase Order?
What is the transaction key for Movement Type 101, which is related to Goods Receipt for Purchase Order?
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Movement Type 201 results in which of the following actions?
Movement Type 201 results in which of the following actions?
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Which posting key is used for expenses in Movement Type 201?
Which posting key is used for expenses in Movement Type 201?
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In which scenario would you use Movement Type 301?
In which scenario would you use Movement Type 301?
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What does the transaction key WRX map to?
What does the transaction key WRX map to?
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Which procedure must be followed to simulate account postings in SAP?
Which procedure must be followed to simulate account postings in SAP?
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What is the primary purpose of posting keys in SAP?
What is the primary purpose of posting keys in SAP?
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Which account is debited during a Goods Receipt for Purchase Order?
Which account is debited during a Goods Receipt for Purchase Order?
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What is the purpose of checking the Material Document after posting a transaction?
What is the purpose of checking the Material Document after posting a transaction?
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Which transaction code is used to simulate account determination in SAP MM?
Which transaction code is used to simulate account determination in SAP MM?
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What should be done if an error occurs during account determination?
What should be done if an error occurs during account determination?
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What is a key best practice when implementing automatic account determination?
What is a key best practice when implementing automatic account determination?
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What does leveraging standard settings in SAP MM help with?
What does leveraging standard settings in SAP MM help with?
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Why is maintaining detailed documentation for mappings important?
Why is maintaining detailed documentation for mappings important?
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Periodic reviews of the OBYC configuration are necessary to:
Periodic reviews of the OBYC configuration are necessary to:
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What should be ensured for consistent maintenance across different plants and company codes?
What should be ensured for consistent maintenance across different plants and company codes?
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Study Notes
Automatic Account Determination in SAP MM
- Implementing Automatic Account Determination in SAP Materials Management (MM) ensures financial transactions related to materials are correctly posted to General Ledger (G/L) accounts.
- This process automates mapping of material movements (e.g., goods receipts, goods issues) to financial accounts.
- Accurate financial reporting and inventory valuation are ensured.
Configuration Process (OBYC)
- The configuration of automatic account determination primarily uses the OBYC transaction code.
- OBYC defines rules for linking material movements and inventory transactions to specific G/L accounts.
- A step-by-step process follows:
Step 1: Access OBYC Configuration
- Enter transaction OBYC in the SAP command field.
- This opens the configuration screen for account determination settings.
Step 2: Define Account Determination for Movement Types
- Map movement types to G/L accounts.
- Key settings include:
- Transaction Key: Represents a goods movement type (e.g., BSX, GBB, WRX). Each key maps to a G/L account.
- Valuation Class: Assigned to the material master to define which account is used for inventory postings.
- Account Modifier: Additional criteria like plant or company code influencing account determination.
- Transaction Type: Different movement types correspond to business transactions and need mapping to G/L accounts.
Step 3: Map Movement Types to G/L Accounts
- For each movement type (e.g., 101, 201, 301), assign the correct transaction key (e.g., BSX, GBB).
- Map the key to the appropriate G/L account.
Example: Movement Type 101 (Goods Receipt for PO)
- Transaction Key BSX maps to the Inventory Account (e.g., Raw Materials Inventory).
Mapping of Transaction Types to GL Accounts
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Goods Receipt (GR): Movement Type 101 links to transaction key BSX. This increases inventory, and decreases goods receipt (credit accounts payable or vendor).
- BSX is the Inventory account.
- WRX is the vendor account.
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Goods Issue (GI): Movement Type 201 maps to GBB. This decreases inventory (credits inventory account) and increases the expense (debit cost centre account).
- GBB is the Expense account.
- Stock Transfer: Movement Type 301 uses transaction key BSX for inventory posting; transferring between storage locations in the same plant.
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Invoice Receipt (IR): Movement types 101 and WRX are used, linking goods receipt and invoice receipt.
- WRX is Accounts Payable,
- BSX is inventory.
Simulation and Verification Procedures
- SAP provides tools for simulating and verifying account determination setups.
- Tools include MIGO and OB52.
- Simulating account postings helps validate correct G/L accounts before actual postings.
- Checking material documents (MR21 or MB03) shows detailed G/L account postings generated by movements.
Best Practices for Implementation
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Understand business requirements for goods receipts, issues, and stock transfers.
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Thoroughly test configurations in a test environment using MIGO and OB52 simulation.
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Leverage standard settings where appropriate.
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Maintain detailed documentation on movement types, transaction keys, and G/L accounts.
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Use consistent naming conventions. Periodically review and update the OBYC configuration.
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Explore the process of implementing Automatic Account Determination in SAP Materials Management (MM) to ensure that financial transactions are accurately posted to the General Ledger. Learn about the OBYC transaction code and how to configure the mapping of material movements to financial accounts for effective reporting and inventory valuation.
