C_S4EWM_2023 SAP Certified Associate - SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition, Extended Warehouse Management Questions and Answers

 Advanced Production Integration in SAP EWM

Production Material Request (B): This document is created in SAP EWM to manage materials needed for production, ensuring proper staging and inventory allocation.

 Excluded Options

A (Production Order): Created in SAP ERP, not EWM.

C (Outbound Delivery Request): Relevant for outbound flows, not production integration.

D (Outbound Delivery): Triggered for shipping but not for production.

 SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition Reference

Refer to Advanced Production Integration with EWM.

To create warehouse tasks for putaway in SAP EWM, the reference document is:

A. Inbound Delivery:

The inbound delivery is used to initiate putaway processes and serves as the basis for creating warehouse tasks.

It contains all necessary details, such as product, quantity, and source location.

Incorrect Options:

B: The inbound delivery notification is a precursor to the inbound delivery.

C: Posting change requests are used for inventory updates, not putaway.

D: Expected goods receipt provides preliminary information but is not used directly for task creation.

References:

SAP Help Portal: Inbound Delivery Processing

SAP EWM Documentation: Warehouse Task Creation

A Value-Added Service (VAS) order in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) enables enhanced activities for goods that go beyond the standard warehouse operations. Here's how the selected actions are supported:

Capture Time Required (A):

VAS orders allow for tracking the time spent on specific value-added services.

The time can be recorded and used for subsequent costing or reporting purposes.

This is configured in the VAS activity details in EWM.

Assemble a Kit (C):

VAS orders facilitate kitting processes, where individual products are combined into a kit as part of warehouse operations.

The system supports creating and managing kits via predefined VAS templates and work instructions.

Consume Auxiliary Products (D):

Auxiliary products, such as packaging materials or additional items used during the value-added service, can be consumed and accounted for through the VAS order process.

This consumption is defined in the VAS template, which specifies materials and quantities.

References:

SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition Documentation for EWM: Value-Added Services Setup

SAP Help Portal: Configuration and Execution of VAS Orders

 Filter Parameters at Item Level

Maximum Weight (A): Restricts items based on their total weight for operational efficiency.

Processing Time (C): Ensures that items requiring specific processing times are filtered appropriately.

Minimum Volume (E): Filters items based on volume to optimize storage or transport capacity.

 Excluded Options

B (Number of Items): The number of items is typically not a filtering parameter but a grouping criterion.

D (Number of Handling Units): Handling unit numbers are not used as filters at the item level.

 SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition Reference

Refer to Item-Level Filtering and Warehouse Task Creation in SAP EWM.

 Labor Management Activation

To utilize labor management effectively, it must be activated at the warehouse number and internal process step level, as these define the operational tasks within the warehouse.

 Excluded Options

A (External Process Step): External steps are not used for labor tracking.

C (Warehouse Process Type): While process types are relevant, labor management activation occurs at a higher level.

D (Labor Activity): Labor activity is defined within labor management but not used for activation.

 SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition Reference

Refer to Labor Management Activation and Configuration in EWM.

 Assignment of Storage Bins to Activity Areas

Storage Bins from Different Storage Types (B): Multiple storage types can have their bins assigned to a single activity area, facilitating logical grouping for specific tasks like picking or putaway.

 Excluded Options

A: Activity areas are not created automatically for storage types; this is configured manually.

C: A storage bin can belong to multiple activity areas for different operations.

D: Manual assignment is an option, but bins can also be assigned automatically through configuration rules.

 SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition Reference

Refer to Activity Area and Bin Assignment in SAP EWM.

 Asynchronous Goods Receipt in SAP EWM

An inbound delivery is the default requirement for asynchronous goods receipt processes. It provides the necessary data for goods receipt posting in SAP EWM.

 Excluded Options

A (Expected Goods Receipt): This tracks anticipated goods but is not mandatory.

C (Door Assignment): Relevant for physical goods receipt but not a prerequisite for the process.

D (Purchase Order): Purchase orders initiate procurement but do not directly control goods receipt processes.

 SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition Reference

Check Inbound Delivery and Goods Receipt Processes in SAP EWM.

 Resource Group Definition in SAP EWM

Work Environment (C): Resource groups determine the operational setup of resources, such as whether they use RF (Radio Frequency) or non-RF devices.

 Excluded Options

A (Speed of Resource): Speed parameters are defined elsewhere in resource configuration.

B (Mobile Device Menu): Menus are controlled by user roles and device configurations, not resource groups.

D (Queues): Queues are linked to resources but are not directly influenced by resource groups.

 SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition Reference

Refer to Resource Management and Grouping in EWM.

When defining new delivery document types for inbound processes in SAP EWM, an essential customizing step is:

C. Map an SAP ERP document type to the delivery document type:

This ensures that the delivery document type in SAP ERP is correctly linked to the corresponding delivery document type in SAP EWM.

Mapping is critical for seamless integration and data consistency between ERP and EWM systems.

Incorrect Options:

A: System profiles for field control do not need to be newly created for delivery document types.

B: Document categories are predefined and do not need customization.

D: Delivery item types are relevant but not directly required for document type definition.

References:

SAP Help Portal: Delivery Document Type Customization

SAP EWM Documentation: ERP-EWM Integration for Inbound Deliveries

 Elements of an Inspection Rule

Inspection Procedure (C): Defines the inspection process and criteria for quality checks.

Sample Drawing Procedure (D): Governs how samples are selected and drawn for inspection.

 Excluded Options

A (Work Center): Work centers are operational locations, not part of inspection rules.

B (EWM Stock Type): Stock type influences inventory management, not inspections.

 SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition Reference

Refer to Inspection Rule and Quality Management Configuration in SAP EWM.

 Mandatory Document Categories

Outbound Delivery Order and Outbound Delivery (D): This document flow remains mandatory as it represents the core process of shipping goods from a warehouse.

 Excluded Options

A (Outbound delivery request and delivery): This combination is part of planning but not mandatory.

B (Production material request and stock transfer): Relevant for production processes but not a core outbound requirement.

C (Delivery request and delivery order): Intermediate steps can be skipped in embedded EWM.

 SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition Reference

Check Document Categories and Flows in EWM for more details.

A hotspot in the SAP Warehouse Management Monitor allows you to:

B. Call a Method to Perform Actions on the Selected Object:

Hotspots enable execution of predefined methods, such as triggering actions or navigating to specific functions related to the object in focus.

Incorrect Options:

A: Calling user interfaces is not the purpose of hotspots.

C: Changing from list view to form view is unrelated to hotspot functionality.

D: Creating basic measurement services is outside the scope of hotspots.

References:

SAP Help Portal: Warehouse Management Monitor Features

SAP EWM Documentation: Hotspots and Methods in the Monitor

The display on the mobile device in SAP EWM is controlled through specific configurations:

Personalization Profile (A):

This profile allows users to tailor their mobile device screens based on their preferences.

It includes options for customizing layouts and workflows to improve usability.

Presentation Profile (B):

The presentation profile defines the overall look and feel of the mobile device interface.

It includes parameters like font size, screen layout, and other display attributes.

Incorrect Options:

C: User profiles control access and authorizations but do not directly control mobile device displays.

D: Queue types manage task allocation but do not influence mobile device display settings.

References:

SAP Help Portal: Mobile Data Entry Configuration

SAP S/4HANA EWM Documentation: Personalization and Presentation Profiles

 Custodian in SAP EWM

Supply Chain Unit (A): A custodian represents a supply chain unit responsible for goods.

Stock Information (D): Custodian information is stored as part of stock attributes to identify ownership in multi-customer warehouses.

 Excluded Options

B (Warehouse Creation): A custodian is not a prerequisite for warehouse creation.

C (Warehouse Attribute): A custodian is not a direct warehouse attribute.

 SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition Reference

Refer to Stock Attributes and Custodian Configuration in SAP EWM.

Automatic wave creation in SAP EWM requires the following prerequisites:

A. Conditions and Condition Records Exist:

Conditions and their associated records are used to define when and how waves are triggered.

This ensures that wave creation happens automatically based on predefined business rules.

B. Wave Templates with One or More Options Are Defined:

Wave templates must be created to define parameters such as the wave type and processing options.

These templates act as a blueprint for automatic wave generation.

Incorrect Options:

C: Split items are unrelated to wave creation.

D: The release method "Automatic" is optional; conditions and templates govern wave creation.

References:

SAP Help Portal: Wave Management and Configuration

SAP EWM Documentation: Automatic Wave Creation

 Warehouse Process Type and Order Creation Rules

The warehouse process type is used to manage specific operations in the warehouse. It contains parameters that determine how tasks like picking, putaway, or staging are executed.

The Activity (D) field in the warehouse process type is critical for defining warehouse order creation rules. This ensures the right tasks are grouped and executed efficiently.

 Functionality

Activities are categorized to reflect specific warehouse operations, enabling the system to apply relevant creation rules.

 Excluded Options

Storage Process (A): Used for defining the physical movement but not for order creation rules.

Destination Storage Type (B): Influences putaway but not warehouse order creation.

Priority (C): Governs task execution priority but not order creation rules.

 SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition Reference

Refer to SAP EWM configuration guides on Warehouse Process Type and Warehouse Order Creation Rules for detailed configuration instructions.

To minimize customization efforts and maintain a single entry for process types with the same storage type search sequence:

A. Process Type Group:

A process type group allows multiple process types to share the same storage type search sequence.

This reduces redundancy and simplifies the configuration.

Incorrect Options:

B: Storage processes define step-by-step handling of goods but do not group process types.

C: Putaway control indicators are used for specific material handling but are not related to process type grouping.

D: Activities define warehouse tasks, not the grouping of process types.

References:

SAP Help Portal: Process Type Group Configuration

When entering an exception code in a Radio Frequency (RF) transaction in SAP EWM, standard functions are triggered in the background to address specific scenarios or issues. These actions include:

Generate Workflow Process (A):

Exception handling can trigger a workflow process to notify or involve specific personnel for resolving the exception.

Workflows are useful for routing tasks or approvals automatically.

Create Bin Replenishment (B):

If the exception indicates a stock shortage, the system can automatically generate a bin replenishment request.

This ensures that the stock is replenished from reserve storage to the picking location.

Block a Bin (C):

In cases where a bin is damaged or contains incorrect stock, the system can block the bin automatically to prevent further operations.

This prevents the use of the bin until the issue is resolved.

Incorrect Options:

D: Confirming a warehouse order is not typically linked to exception codes.

E: Canceling a physical inventory document is a separate process and is not triggered by exception codes in RF transactions.

References:

SAP EWM Documentation: Exception Handling in RF Transactions

SAP Help Portal: RF Framework for Warehouse Management

 Data Types in SAP S/4HANA Cloud

Transaction Data (A): Reflects day-to-day business operations like sales orders or deliveries.

Configuration Data (B): Governs system behavior through settings and parameters.

Master Data (C): Contains foundational information such as customers, vendors, or materials.

 Excluded Options

D (Organization): Not a recognized data type; relates to hierarchical structures.

E (Business): Not a specific data type but a broader category encompassing processes.

 SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition Reference

Check Data Types in SAP S/4HANA Cloud Documentation.

External process steps in SAP EWM define specific tasks executed outside the warehouse system. These can be assigned to the following objects:

Work Center (C):

External process steps can be directly linked to a work center to manage operations such as packing, kitting, or labeling.

This assignment is made in the process-oriented storage control configuration.

Handling Unit Type (D):

Specific handling unit types can be configured to include external process steps.

This ensures that certain types of handling units (e.g., pallets or boxes) are processed through external services like inspection or labeling.

Incorrect Options:

A: Delivery item types are not directly associated with external process steps.

B: Packaging specifications are used for packing processes but do not link to external process steps.

References:

SAP EWM Documentation: Process-Oriented Storage Control

SAP Help Portal: External Process Steps Configuration

To explore released APIs, use:

A. SAP Business Accelerator Hub:

Centralized repository for discovering and accessing released APIs from SAP.

Offers comprehensive API documentation, examples, and usage scenarios.

Incorrect Options:

B: SAP Application Interface Framework supports interface management but is not used for API exploration.

C: SAP Integration Suite enables integration scenarios but does not focus on API exploration.

References:

SAP Help Portal: SAP Business Accelerator Hub Overview

SAP Documentation: API Management and Access

 Storage Type Search Sequence for Picking Tasks

The system evaluates parameters in a hierarchical order:

Combination of warehouse number, stock removal indicator, stock type, and warehouse process type.

If no matching entry is found, the system defaults to using only the warehouse number.

 Excluded Options

A & C: These lack the complete set of parameters required for a fully qualified search.

B: Does not consider stock type in the determination process.

 SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition Reference

Check Storage Type Search Sequence for Stock Removal in SAP EWM documentation.

 Storage Type Search Sequence for Stock Removal

Storage Sections (B): Subdivisions within a storage type, allowing finer control over stock search.

Storage Bin Types (C): Defines specific bin characteristics, aiding precise stock location.

 Excluded Options

Storage Type Groups (A): Relevant for search sequence during putaway, not removal.

Storage Types (D): Included indirectly through sections and bins but not directly in search sequences.

 SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition Reference

Refer to Storage Type Search Sequence Setup in SAP EWM Help for detailed steps.

 Warehouse Management Monitor Stock Display

The SAP EWM Warehouse Management Monitor provides visibility into various stock types:

Stock on Resources (A): Includes stocks physically located on a resource such as forklifts or carts.

Stock in Transportation Units (C): Refers to stock contained within transportation units like trailers or containers.

 Excluded Options

Stock at Third Party (B): Not directly managed or displayed in EWM’s warehouse monitor.

Stock in Transit (D): Managed in SAP ERP and not typically displayed in the EWM warehouse monitor.

 SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition Reference

Refer to Warehouse Management Monitor Overview in SAP EWM Help documentation for more details.

Outbound process steps in SAP EWM include:

A. Value-Added Services:

These activities, such as kitting or labeling, are part of outbound processes to prepare goods for shipping.

C. Remove from Stock:

Removing stock involves picking goods from storage locations for outbound delivery.

Incorrect Options:

B: Quality inspection is typically part of inbound processes.

D: Putaway is an inbound process step.

References:

SAP Help Portal: Outbound Process Steps in EWM