Course Introduction
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Course Description & Objectives
This course is designed for professionals seeking expertise in SAP Vendor Invoice Management (VIM) to streamline and optimize their invoice processing workflows. SAP VIM is a comprehensive solution that automates invoice processing and management, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in handling vendor invoices. By the end of this course, participants will have a deep understanding of SAP VIM functionalities, configuration, and integration with other SAP modules, empowering them to effectively manage and optimize the vendor invoice processes within their organizations.
- Understand SAP VIM: Gain a thorough understanding of the SAP Vendor Invoice Management system, its components, and its role in the accounts payable process.
- Invoice Processing Workflow: Learn how to manage and optimize the end-to-end vendor invoice processing workflow, from invoice receipt to posting.
- Configuration and Customization: Master the skills needed to configure and customize the VIM system according to organizational requirements, including setting up document types, OCR options, and approval workflows.
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Integration Techniques: Understand how SAP VIM integrates with other SAP modules like Materials Management (MM) and Financial Accounting (FI) to ensure a seamless process flow-users, ensuring smooth operation and minimal disruptions.
Meet Your Instructor
- Certified SAP Vendor Invoice Management Consultant
- SAP Certified Application Associate - SAP S/4HANA for Financial Accounting Associates (or relevant SAP Finance certifications)
- Additional certifications in SAP ERP Financials, SAP Fiori (for UI aspects), or related areas
- Extensive expertise in end-to-end SAP VIM processes, including invoice capture, verification, posting, and integration with SAP Materials Management (MM) and SAP Financial Accounting (FI).
- Proven track record of leading successful SAP VIM deployment projects, ensuring compliance with global invoicing standards and regulations.
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex SAP VIM issues and customize solutions to meet specific organizational needs.
- In-depth knowledge of SAP VIM configurations, document processing options, and approval workflows.
- Proficient in integrating SAP VIM with electronic document management systems and digitalization platforms.
- Expertise in leveraging SAP Fiori apps for enhancing user experience and efficiency in invoice management processes.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, essential for optimizing invoice processing workflows and resolving implementation challenges.
- Renowned for a clear and engaging teaching style, enabling students to grasp complex concepts easily and apply them in real-world scenarios.
Course Curriculum
- Assignment - 1. Overview of Vendor Invoice Management (VIM)
- Assignment - 2. Mandatory Configurations in VIM
- Assignment - 3. Configure Smart Coding
- Assignment - 4. VIM PO Invoice Processing
- Assignment - 5. VIM Non PO Invoice Processing
- Assignment - 6. Invoice Approvals
- Assignment - 7. Channels Configurations
- Assignment - 8. Invoice Capture Center Configurations – ICCBCCIES IC4SAP
- Assignment - 9. Explain Machine Learning
- Assignment - 10. Reports & Background Jobs
- Assignment - 11. Support Routine Maintenance
- Assignment - 12. Customizations
- Not Required - Assignment - 5. Document Processing (DP)
- Assessment - 1. Overview of Vendor Invoice Management (VIM)
- Assessment - 2. Mandatory Configurations in VIM
- Assessment - 3. Configure Smart Coding
- Assessment - 4. VIM PO Invoice Processing
- Assessment - 5. VIM Non PO Invoice Processing
- Assessment - 6. Invoice Approvals
- Assessment - 7. Channels Configurations
- Assessment - 8. Invoice Capture Center Configurations – ICCBCCIES IC4SAP
- Assessment - 9. Explain Machine Learning
- Assessment - 10. Reports & Background Jobs
- Assessment - 11. Support Routine Maintenance
- Assessment - 12. Customizations
- Not Required - Assessment - 5. Document Processing (DP)
- Lab Activity - 1. Analyzing VIM User Roles and Responsibilities
- Lab Activity - 2. Differentiating between Parked and Posted SAP Documents
- Lab Activity - 3. Configuring Archive Document Types in VIM
- Lab Activity - 4. Configuring VIM BDC ID for Automatic Postings
- Lab Activity - 5. Implementing Smart Coding Parameters in VIM
- Lab Activity - 6. Mapping Default Field Values for Smart Coding
- Lab Activity - 7. Configuring PO Invoice Blocking and Parking Processes
- Lab Activity - 8. Creating VIM PO DP Document Types
- Lab Activity - 9. Configuring Segregation of Non-PO DP Document Types
- Lab Activity - 10. Setting Up VIM Non-PO Process Types and DP Document Types
- Lab Activity - 11. Configuring Invoice Approval Process Types
- Lab Activity - 12. Utilizing SAPGUI and Web Interfaces for Invoice Approvals
- Lab Activity - 13. Configuring IDOC Channel for Electronic Invoices
- Lab Activity - 14. Setting Up Email Channel for Invoice Receiving
- Lab Activity - 15. Configuring Invoice Extraction Service (IES)
- Lab Activity - 16. Scheduling Important Batch Jobs for Invoice Capture
- Lab Activity - 17. Applying Machine Learning for Data Extraction
- Lab Activity - 18. Utilizing Machine Learning for data extraction
- Lab Activity - 19. Generating and Analyzing VIM Analytics Reports
- Lab Activity - 20. Performing Essential Basis & Administrative Tasks in VIM
- Lab Activity - 21. Executing Common Maintenance Tasks in VIM
- Lab Activity - 22. Monitoring and Optimizing VIM System Performance
- Lab Activity - 23. Debugging Techniques in Production and Quality Environments
- Capstone Project - SAP Vendor Invoice Management - Automated Invoice Processing and Exception Handling
- Capstone Project - SAP Vendor Invoice Management - Compliance and Audit Reporting for Vendor Invoices
- Capstone Project - SAP Vendor Invoice Management - Custom Approval Workflow for Non-PO Invoices
- Capstone Project - SAP Vendor Invoice Management - End-to-End Procure-to-Pay (P2P) Integration with VIM
- Capstone Project - SAP Vendor Invoice Management - Machine Learning-Based Invoice Classification and Data Enrichment
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?
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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)
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Are the videos or materials downloadable?
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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
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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
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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.
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How do I get certified in SAP?
SAP certification (https://training.sap.com/certification/) validates that you possess fundamental knowledge and verified skills.
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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.
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Official SAP Training - https://training.sap.com/
Officia SAP Certification Programs - https://training.sap.com/certification/
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SAP Conferences and Workshops - https://www.sap.com/products/teched.html
SAP Server Access Request
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