As of an earlier Release, the user interface for the central materials management functions has been completely redesigned and simplified within the framework of the Enjoy SAP initiative. The purpose of this redesign was to facilitate an accelerated and more intuitive use of MM functions – particularly on the part of the occasional user – as a major step towards optimizing the logistical processes within an enterprise.

The following process description outlines the new, user-friendly design in the procurement process within materials management.

As of an earlier Release, users have the option of working with a role-based menu. Such a user-specific menu is usually restricted to those activities an employee needs to perform the tasks for which he or she is responsible. This approach considerably simplifies (thus also speeding up) user interaction with the system. The effect of this is an increased degree of acceptance, particularly among inexperienced users.

The technical prerequisite for working with this process description is that you install a SAPGUI Version 4.6x You must also use a 4.6x R/3 Release. We also recommend the use of the "New Visual Design" interface. However, this is not a prerequisite for understanding the process.

The steps in the process do not build on each other. You can regard each step in the procurement process described in isolation.