Purchasing with SAP Business One

The Purchasing & Procurement module of SAP Business One supports small and medium-sized enterprises in the process of Purchasing processes holistically to optimizeFrom demand planning to invoice processing, all steps are seamlessly and digitally processed in a central system.

With integrated Material requirements planning (MRP), order workflows, contract management and warehouse reconciliation, SAP Business One brings structure to your purchasing. Routine tasks are automated and you keep track in real time – even across multiple locations.

The system relieves you of automatic reorders with defined suppliers, regular contract orders, and a direct warehouse connection. A reorder is triggered, for example, when inventory falls below a specified target or below the reserve.

So avoid You bottlenecks, reduce Your administrative workload and keep your costs under control at all times.

As an experienced SAP partner We will support you with the introduction.

From analyzing your processes to training your employees. To ensure that the system is exactly Your everyday procurement fits.

Afterwards we will take care of the maintenance of the system and are available at any time Support at your side.

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Your benefits with SAP Business One in purchasing – at a glance

End-to-end processes

From the requirement notification to the invoice

All purchasing steps are seamlessly integrated, ensuring transparency, consistency, and accelerated processes – without system breaks.

Less effort

Time savings through automation

Recurring tasks such as order suggestions, approvals or supplier inquiries can be automate and significantly relieve the burden on your purchasing team.

Clear numbers. Complete transparency.

Better control & budget transparency

Through the integrated reporting You can keep an eye on purchasing budgets, planned expenses and actually booked costs at any time – for greater profitability.

Stop disagreements

Minimized risk of errors

Through testing mechanisms such as the 3-way adjustment – where the order, incoming goods and invoice are compared – discrepancies are identified and corrected at an early stage – even before payment.

Everything in view

Flexible supplier management

Whether framework agreements, tiered prices or delivery deadlines – you control all Supplier relationships centrally and use valuable evaluations for optimization.

Demand-oriented and efficient

Optimal storage and
Material availability

Thanks to MRP and real-time data, the risk of stockouts or overstocking drastically reduced – Your purchasing department orders precisely and proactively.

Global collaboration made easy

Mobile and usable across locations

We present SAP Business One in our Cloud This makes the system mobile accessible – ideal for decentralized teams or international branches with uniform standards.

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Functions for purchasing and
Procurement in SAP Business One

What SAP Business One can do in purchasing & procurement

  • Internal purchase requisitions & approval processes

Conduct structured Procurement processes directly from the system – with internal purchase requisitions (BANF) that are sent via defined Approval levels be released. Automatic notifications keep everyone involved up to date and ensure smooth processes.

  • Supplier inquiries & offer comparisons

Create requests to multiple suppliers parallel – manually or via the Inquiry assistantsPrices, delivery times, and conditions are compared systematically, allowing you to make informed decisions based on current data.

  • Ordering & framework agreements

Needs, requests or Framework agreements convert directly into Orders with predefined delivery terms, tiered pricing, or discounts. Special cases such as consignment, drop shipment, or bulk orders can also be easily managed.

  • Warehouse & incoming goods management

Orders are automatically compared upon receipt of goods. The system assigns the delivered quantities directly, updates inventory levels, and can automatically notify of discrepancies or partial quantities. Serial and batch assignment is possible, as is the processing of returns.

  • Invoice processing & credit notes

Incoming invoices are digitally recorded and stored in 3-way adjustment linked to the order and goods receipt. Returns and partial quantities are directly accounted for and automatically processed via credit notes – including correct posting in the system.

  • Purchase prices & allocation of additional costs

freight, customs, insurance or other expenses will be charged to individual Articles The actual inventory value is calculated realistically, leading to more precise calculations and reliable evaluations.

  • Material requirements planning (MRP)

About the integrated Scheduling assistants Requirements are based on Inventory, production orders, forecasts, and bills of materials are automatically determined. Purchase orders or production orders can be initiated directly from the planning run.

  • Order recommendations & forecasts

Forecasts are based on historical sales or production data and show future needs The planner can then generate recommendations and convert them directly into orders or production orders – including collective orders from identical suppliers.

  • Supplier management & contracts

Maintain all relevant Data to suppliers centrally – from addresses to contract terms to individual Price agreementsIf minimum stock levels are not met, the system automatically triggers orders in accordance with the framework agreement.

  • Purchase deposits & advance payments

Capture and manage down payments systemic – separated from storage and Inventory postingsThis ensures that payment flows remain clearly documented without affecting inventory management.

  • Special expenses & return costs

Packaging-, shipping or return costs can be entered directly in the purchasing documents and are automatically allocated to the respective Article or creditor. Individual return reasons can also be documented.

  • Master data management & transparency

Article- and Supplier master data are maintained centrally and linked to all documents. Price developments, purchasing volumes, and delivery behavior can be seamlessly tracked. Different item types such as stock, non-stock, and service items are treated differently.

  • Recurring processes & receipt printing

For regular Orders templates or Repetitive operations Parked documents can be edited or reused at any time. Older documents can also be quickly found and reprinted by date range, number, or type.

  • Reporting &
    Purchasing analyses

Dashboards and standard reports provide you with precise insights into your Purchasing performance From open orders to annual volumes to supplier ratings. Data can be interactively filtered, evaluated, and exported.

  • Procurement Assistant & Order Linking

Plan Procurements directly from customer orders. The assistant guides you step by step through the process and automatically generates the appropriate purchase orders or production orders. Ideal for order-related Manufacturing or trading processes.

Interfaces & Extensions

How SAP Business One becomes the perfect purchasing platform

Especially in purchasing, consistent processes, reliable data and flexible expandability are important.

SAP Business One not only offers powerful standard functions, but can also be specifically adapted to your purchasing processes – whether through industry-specific extensions or integration with external systems.

So integrate You seamlessly integrate supplier portals, ERP interfaces, and financial tools to get the most out of your procurement process – digitally, efficiently, and future-proof.

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Extensions for greater efficiency in purchasing

Complement SAP Business One with targeted extensions.

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WMS App

Posting of goods receipts based on orders or without created orders, 2-way control, transfer between warehouses and storage locations

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QS App

Inspection of incoming goods based on individual inspection reports and defined inspection lot sizes

Inbox App

AI-supported incoming invoice recognition

E-invoice  

Display and import of e-invoices

Seamless integration into your system landscape

SAP Business One can be easily connected to other programs.

From web shops to supplier portals to CAD, data exchange is automated and eliminates duplicate entries. Thanks to the SAP Business One Service Layer, you can seamlessly integrate all systems – for consistent, error-free processes.

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  • Attractive prices for medium-sized businesses
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  • System tailored to your industry
  • Practical training either on-site or remotely
  • Structured support process with support app

Detailed training

We get your team ready because our training programs are practical, proven, and efficient.

To ensure efficient use of SAP Business One in purchasing, you need not only the right solution, but also well-trained users. This is precisely where our practical Training to.

We provide the necessary know-how for a safe handling of the system – from the basics to material planning, order processing or invoice verification.

Whether beginner or advanced: Our training courses adapt to your team.

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