ERP ERP Module Landscape & Integration 2

Question 1

Which integration pattern uses a central hub to translate messages between ERP modules rather than direct point-to-point connections?

Accepted Answer

Enterprise Service Bus (ESB)

Answer

An Enterprise Service Bus (ESB) acts as a central middleware layer that routes and transforms messages between ERP modules, eliminating the complexity of point-to-point integrations.

Question 2

In an ERP system, the Master Data Management (MDM) module's primary role is to:

Accepted Answer

Maintain a single authoritative version of core business data

Answer

MDM ensures that a single, consistent, and accurate version of master data—such as customer, supplier, and product records—is maintained across all ERP modules.

Question 3

Which ERP module typically owns the Chart of Accounts (COA) configuration that other modules post transactions to?

Accepted Answer

General Ledger (GL)

Answer

The General Ledger module owns the Chart of Accounts, and all other ERP modules (AP, AR, payroll, inventory) post their financial transactions into the GL.

Question 4

A 'tight coupling' integration between ERP modules means:

Accepted Answer

Modules share the same physical database tables

Answer

Tight coupling means modules share underlying database tables or direct function calls, making them highly interdependent and harder to update independently.

Question 5

Which ERP sub-module handles the process of matching purchase orders, goods receipts, and vendor invoices before payment?

Accepted Answer

Three-way match in Accounts Payable (AP)

Answer

The three-way match in Accounts Payable compares the purchase order, goods receipt, and vendor invoice to ensure accuracy before authorizing payment.

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ERP ERP Module Landscape & Integration 2