How to choose a right SAP module for Your Career

The world of (ERP) enterprise resource planning is fast-moving and agile, with SAP positioned as a leader in this field, offering a variety of modules to address different business functions. Choosing which SAP module will be a career-defining decision, whether you are just beginning or trying to upgrade your skills. You can count on Think Tree Technologies on this journey as we provide SAP training and career guidance for you to reach your destination.

A little step-by-step guide for your decision-making.

Your background and interests are amongst the vital determining factors that would best fit an SAP module for you. Some of the popular modules and the domains in which they operate are:

SAP FICO (Financial Accounting and Controlling) – Well suited for people who have a background of finance or accounting

SAP MM (Material Management) and SAP EWM (Extended Warehouse Management) – For those interested in supply chain management.

SAP SD (Sales and Distribution) – For people from a sales and customer management background and want to make a career in sales and distribution.

When you choose an SAP module based on your background and interests, there is a higher chance you will enjoy doing it and eventually succeed in it.

When you’ve decided on a career path, this affects your selection of the type(s) of SAP modules you will encounter. Below are two paths to consider:

SAP PS (Project Systems) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) – where your skills will be primarily applied in or through business processes, analyzing and evaluating the needs of an organization.

SAP ABAP (Advanced Business Application Programming) – where your skills will be focused on the development, adjustment or enhancement of SAP based on technical specifications.

As a functional consultant, it will be necessary to have a well-rounded understanding of business processes as well as the needs of the organization.

As a technical specialist (SAP ABAP) it will be necessary for you to have programming expertise as well as problem-solving skills.

With the alignment of your SAP options with your career aspirations, you will be better suited to be successful at and develop in your desired role.

We understand the job market and industry demand; consider the following high-demand SAP modules:

• SAP S/4HANA Finance: A very important module for a financial transformation project
• SAP FICO (Financial Accounting and Controlling): A key module for financial planning, financial account management, and cost management

• SAP MM (Material Management): The module used to handle vendors, purchase orders, and materials
• SAP SD (Sales and Distribution): Required to handle order-processing, billing, and logistics
• SAP EWM (Extended Warehouse Management): A key module in supply chain management and warehouse automation
• SAP S/4HANA Logistics: An up-and-coming module for professionals in the logistics and supply chain business

SAP ABAP (Advanced Business Application Programming): Important for customizing SAP applications, integrating existing applications, and managing system security

• SAP PS (Project Systems): Useful for businesses managing large and/or complex projects, including cost and resource planning
• SAP BI (Business Intelligence): Useful for data-driven decision-making and data analysis

• SAP PP (Production Planning): Useful in manufacturing and planning production
• SAP QM (Quality Management): Important for quality management in manufacturing

These modules are all often in demand across multiple industries, including manufacturing, retail, logistics, finance, and healthcare. Staying up to date with the latest technology and trends on SAP systems can only improve your chances at a new position.

Think Tree Technologies provides various SAP training options and career services to help you in your SAP journey. Their services include the following:

We offer various SAP training options designed to fit into your learning methods. For example, with live online sessions, you will take a live course with an instructor in an interactive and engaging scenario! Plus, if you want to have autonomy over your learning, we offer various self-paced online courses… learn at your pace, anytime, anywhere!”

Our team will create a personalized resume, provide interview preparation and connect you with job opportunities suited to your skills and aspirations.

We offers a free background evaluation that provides you personalized feedback and aligned recommendations on your best SAP module given your background, career goals and interests.

Are you ready to unleash your ability in the SAP space? Our team can help you figure it out. By aligning your background, career goals, etc. with market trends, you will identify your best SAP module to amplify your results. With our training and support, you can unlock your ability to find success in the SAP ecosystem. Start your journey today, and see where SAP can take you!