Course Introduction

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Start your career in SAP APO PP-DS on ECC and Embedded PP-DS on S/4HANA


This course teaches you how to plan and schedule production using SAP Advanced Planning & Optimization (APO) PP-DS on ECC and embedded PP-DS in S/4HANA. You’ll learn to set up and manage master data, run detailed production planning, optimize resources, and handle real-world manufacturing scenarios. The course also covers integration, alerts, and advanced scheduling techniques. No prior experience with PP-DS is required.

By completing this course, you will be able to learn :

  • Understand PP-DS concepts and system setup on ECC and S/4HANA
  • Create and manage essential master data like materials, BOMs, and resources
  • Configure production planning settings and validate PDS (Production Data Structure)
  • Run detailed scheduling and apply different planning heuristics
  • Set up and use alerts, quota arrangements, and subcontracting in planning
  • Optimize production schedules using setup matrix and advanced profiles
  • Integrate PP-DS with other modules like GATP and plant maintenance
SAP APO PP-DS on ECC and Embedded PP-DS on S/4HANA Trainer

Meet Your Instructor

- Experience and Expertise: Over 7 years of professional experience in SAP, specializing in S/4HANA PP-DS, PP, QM, and Variant Configuration, with strong expertise in production planning and detailed scheduling across ECC and S/4HANA landscapes.

- Global Training Experience: Delivered hands-on training to professionals and client teams on APO PP-DS (ECC) and embedded PP-DS (S/4HANA), covering configuration, planning strategies, and advanced scheduling scenarios.

- Corporate Clientele: Successfully trained and supported teams from various industries, guiding them on real-world implementation and optimization of SAP planning solutions.

- Certifications: SAP Certified in Production Planning (PP) on ECC.

- Diverse Technical Skills: Proficient in SAP PP-DS, PP, QM, VC, S/4HANA advanced planning features like DDMRP and pMRP, data migration (LSMW, BDC), Fiori apps for planning, and integration with other SAP modules.

- Training Methodology: Practical, scenario-based approach focused on enabling participants to apply concepts directly in business environments, ensuring strong functional and technical understanding.

- Project Leadership: Experience leading implementation, rollout, and support projects, conducting fit-gap analysis, process mapping, and providing end-to-end planning solutions and post-go-live support.

Course Curriculum

  Glossary of Terms
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  Session 1 - Introduction to PP-DS
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  Session 2 - Integration Model Fundamentals and Logical System Setup
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  Session 3 - Master Data Transfer and Queue Monitoring Basics
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  Session 4 - PDS Creation and Transfer Using Production Versions
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  Session 5 - Forecast Planning Strategy and Product View in PP-DS
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  Session 6 - Shift Definition and Capacity Assignment in PP-DS
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  Session 7 - Planning Heuristics and Product Specific Strategies
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  Session 8 - Version Management and Integration with PP-DS
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  Session 9 - Detailed Scheduling Heuristics and Strategy Application
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  Session 10 - Alternate Resource Setup and Mode Priority in PDS
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  Session 11 - Block Planning Execution Monitoring and Alert Management
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  Session 12 - PM Integration and Resource Downtime Update in PP-DS
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  Session 13 - Handling Post Processing and Queue Reconciliation in PP-DS
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  Session 14 - Data Mismatch Resolution and Order Synchronization Strategy
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  Session 15 - Introduction to Optimizer and Profile Configuration in PP-DS
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  Session 16 - Running the Optimizer and Analyzing Scheduling Results
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  Session 17 - Evaluating Optimizer Logs and Scheduling Constraints
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  Session 18 - Setup Matrix and Cost Factors in Optimizer Execution
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  Session 19 - Deallocation Bottleneck Handling and Runtime Settings
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  Session 20 - Advanced Optimizer Logs and Optimization Troubleshooting
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  Session 21 - Resource Pooling and Fiori Based Scheduling Board Overview
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  Session 22 - Detailed Walkthrough of Fiori Production Scheduling Tools
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  Session 23 - Scheduling Conflicts Overlaps and Rescheduling in Fiori
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  Session 24 - Resource Selection Zooming and Fiori Gantt View Features
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  Session 25 - Role Based Access Equipment Linkage and Order Visibility
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  Session 26 - Authorization Resource Mapping and PM Integration Errors
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  Assignment - SAP S/4HANA PP-DS
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  Assessments - SAP S/4HANA PP-DS
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  Assignment - SAP APO PP-DS
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  Lab Activity - SAP S/4HANA PP-DS
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  Certification MCQ's (260 Questions)
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  Interview QAs
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  Sample Resumes
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  Prepare your Linkedin profile
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  Prepare your Resume
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  Final Quiz
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SAP APO PP-DS on ECC and Embedded PP-DS on S/4HANA-Certificate of Completion

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Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

When does the course start and finish?

The course is entirely self-paced. You decide when you start and when you finish.


How long do I have access to the course?

That depends on the type of Subscription you bought - Monthly or Yearly. After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course and materials across any devices you own.


What do I get after I signup?

After you signup and make the payment, you will have full access to the course which includes, 

1. Session Videos (these videos are from actual live sessions from the past) 

2. Assignments 

3. Assessments 

4. Lab documents 

5. Other pdfs (configuration documents, eBooks, pdfs, interview and certification FAQs)


How do I get access to practice on the Server?

Reach out to your Support team and send an email to [email protected] and they will send you the details and the monthly cost for the Server (if available)


Are the videos or materials downloadable?

No, they are not. But you have unlimited access to view them from any device and on this platform depending on your Subscription type. Everything on this platform is the intellectual property of ZaranTech


How soon after I enroll and make payment would get access to the course?

Immediately


What if I have doubts, whom do I ask?

These are pre-recorded videos from the actual Live Training program. Most of the doubts were cleared in the session videos itself. But if you still have any questions, please raise a ticket, and our support team will help you https://zarantech.freshdesk.com/support/tickets/new


What if I have an issue accessing the course?

You can Raise a ticket by clicking the link below and selecting the appropriate ticket - https://zarantech.freshdesk.com/support/tickets/new


How will I get my course completion certificate?

Once you have successfully completed the training and the Final Quiz/Assessment, you can avail of your

Certificate of Completion from ZaranTech which you can then showcase on LinkedIn and other Social Media portals


Do you provide Instructor-led Live training for Individuals?

Yes, we do. Email us at [email protected] and we will send you all the details


How we deliver Live training (video)
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Do you provide Corporate/group training?

Yes, we do. We have trained more than 200 SAP customers with over 4000 participants in the USA, Canada, Europe, Asia, and South America. We offer corporate training for all SAP modules.

Course Catalog - https://bit.ly/SAP-course-catalog

How we Deliver Corporate Training (video) - https://bit.ly/sap-corp-training


How do I get certified in SAP?

SAP certification (https://training.sap.com/certification/) validates that you possess fundamental knowledge and verified skills.

List of Valid and soon to Expire SAP certifications - https://training.sap.com/certification/validity


What if I am unhappy with the course?

We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 7 days and we will give you a full refund.


What is your Refund Policy and Terms of Use?

To know more about canceling the enrollment, refund, and rescheduling policy, visit:

Refund and Rescheduling Policyhttps://www.zarantech.com/Refund-policy/

Terms of Servicehttps://www.zarantech.com/terms-of-use/


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SAP Corporate Course Catalog - https://bit.ly/SAP-course-catalog


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Official SAP Training -https://training.sap.com/

Official SAP Certification Programs - https://training.sap.com/certification/

OpenSAP (Open Online Courses (MOOCs) for SAP learning) - https://open.sap.com/

SAP Community blogs with updates and insights - https://blogs.sap.com/

SCN (SAP Community Network) - Discussions and articles - https://community.sap.com/