Material Master Data in SAP S/4HANA

Material Master Data Views in SAP S/4HANA

In SAP S/4HANA, managing material master data is pivotal for efficient operations and accurate reporting across various business functions. Material master data comprises different views, each containing specific information crucial for different processes within the organization. This blog explores the comprehensive set of material views in SAP S/4HANA, highlighting their significance and how they contribute to streamlined operations and decision-making.

Overview of Material Master Data Views

Material master data in SAP S/4HANA is structured into several views, each capturing distinct aspects of a material's attributes and usage across different business functions. Let’s delve into the key material views:

1. Basic Data View

The Basic Data view contains fundamental information about a material, including:

  • Material type and description
  • Base unit of measure (e.g., EA, KG)
  • Weight, volume, and dimensions
  • Material group classification
  • Tax classification

2. Sales View

The Sales view includes data relevant to sales and distribution processes:

  • Sales organization data (e.g., sales organization, distribution channel, division)
  • Pricing information (e.g., pricing conditions, discounts)
  • Delivery and transportation details
  • Customer-specific data (e.g., minimum order quantity, lead time)

3. Purchasing View

The Purchasing view provides information essential for procurement processes:

  • Vendor details (e.g., vendor number, vendor material number)
  • Purchasing organization data (e.g., purchasing group, delivery tolerances)
  • Material group and valuation data
  • Purchase order texts and conditions

4. Accounting View

The Accounting view includes financial data related to the material:

  • Valuation class and price control
  • Costing information (e.g., cost center, cost of goods sold)
  • Tax information (e.g., tax category, tax code)
  • Accounting data (e.g., general ledger account, profit center)

5. Plant View

The Plant view focuses on inventory management and production planning:

  • Storage location data (e.g., storage location, warehouse management data)
  • Batch management (if applicable)
  • Availability check and replenishment lead times
  • Work scheduling data (e.g., work centers, routing, production versions)

6. Quality Management View

The Quality Management view includes information related to quality inspection and control:

  • Inspection type and control data
  • Quality management data (e.g., inspection plan, sampling procedure)
  • Inspection stock details and statuses

7. MRP Views

MRP (Material Requirements Planning) views provide data necessary for material planning and procurement:

  • MRP type and planning parameters (e.g., reorder point, safety stock)
  • Lot-sizing procedures and lead times
  • Forecasting and consumption data

8. Classification View

The classification view organizes materials into categories based on attributes such as industry standards, functions, or product groups. It enhances data management and reporting by grouping materials according to specific criteria relevant to the business.

9. Costing View

The costing view includes information related to the material's costing and pricing:

  • Standard cost estimates and prices
  • Costing variants and versions
  • Cost components and cost element assignments
  • Transfer control for cost estimates

Benefits of Comprehensive Material Views

  • Data Integrity: Ensures consistency and accuracy of material information across business processes.
  • Efficient Operations: Streamlines procurement, production planning, and sales processes by providing relevant and up-to-date data.
  • Informed Decision-Making: Enables informed decisions based on real-time insights and analytics.
  • Integration: Facilitates seamless integration with other SAP modules like Finance (FI), Controlling (CO), and Sales and Distribution (SD), enhancing overall business process efficiency.


Understanding the importance of each material view empowers businesses to harness SAP S/4HANA’s capabilities fully, driving innovation, efficiency, and growth in today's competitive landscape.

Stay tune to the detail material master creation, updating process in SAP in the next blog.

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