Fit-Gap Analysis & Configuration Flashcards
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Which configuration object defines the fiscal year structure, including number of posting periods and special periods, in most ERP systems?
Answer: Fiscal Year Variant
The fiscal year variant specifies whether the fiscal year is calendar-based or shifted, the number of regular and special posting periods.
During fit-gap analysis, a requirement is flagged as 'not in scope for this phase.' What is the recommended action?
Answer: Document it in the gap log and defer it to a future project phase or release
Out-of-scope requirements should be documented and parked in a backlog so they can be addressed in a subsequent phase without disrupting the current timeline.
A company wants to use a single ERP system but needs separate financial statements for three legal entities. Which configuration element enables this?
Answer: Multiple Company Codes
Each company code in an ERP represents a separate legal entity with its own balance sheet and P&L, enabling independent financial reporting.
Which technique is commonly used in fit-gap workshops to visually map current-state processes against ERP standard processes?
Answer: Process Swimlane Comparison
Swimlane diagrams compare AS-IS business processes side by side with TO-BE ERP standard processes to clearly highlight gaps and handoff differences.
When configuring a purchasing organization in ERP, what is its PRIMARY function?
Answer: To define the legal entity responsible for procuring goods and negotiating contracts
A purchasing organization is the organizational unit responsible for procurement activities, including vendor contracts, purchase orders, and pricing conditions.
A gap resolution option rated 'High Cost, Low Business Value' should typically be:
Answer: Deferred or rejected after business stakeholder review
A cost-benefit analysis showing high cost with low value indicates the organization should seriously consider deferring or dropping the requirement entirely.
In ERP configuration, 'number ranges' are used to:
Answer: Control the automatic or manual assignment of document and master data numbers
Number ranges configure whether documents (invoices, purchase orders, material masters) receive numbers automatically from a counter or are entered manually.