Master SAP S/4HANA PPDS with End-to-End Online Training

Take your production planning skills to the next level with Best Online Career’s SAP Production Planning & Detailed Scheduling (PPDS) Training. Through real manufacturing scenarios, you’ll learn integrated production planning functions, advanced PP/DS processes on S/4HANA, master data configuration, heuristics, live CIF integration, data replication, and real-time case studies from industry experts. Our hands-on approach, live S/4HANA PP/DS simulations, and certification-focused curriculum prepare you for global SAP PP/DS consultant career opportunities.

Online Instructor-Led/Self-Paced Training
Expert Instructors with PP/DS Architect Experience
24/7 SAP PPDS Server Access for Practice
Real-Time Project Scenarios and Case Studies
Guided Project Implementation & Documentation
Resume Preparation & Job Assistance
SAP Global Certification Guidance
Lifetime Access to Session Recordings & WA Community
40+ Hrs
Duration
900+
Learners Enrolled
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Module Overview

Our SAP S/4HANA PPDS Online Training comes with a detailed curriculum which will ensure effective learning of production planning and detailed scheduling through project-based planning activities utilizing S/4HANA’s embedded PPDS capabilities. The aim of the SAP S/4HANA PP/DS Training is to turn every participant into an effective S/4HANA PPDS expert who could manage complex planning tasks, live integration, and continuous support activities.

Key Learning Outcomes

  • Gain expertise in core production planning functions within S/4HANA, from material requirement planning to capacity leveling.
  • Execute advanced planning with embedded PP/DS, including finite requirement planning, multi-step procedures, and real-time material flow.
  • Configure essential master data: products, resources, production data structures, and lot sizing strategies in S/4HANA.
  • Utilize planning tools: order views, product planning tables, scheduling boards, resource planning tables, and embedded PP/DS optimizer.
  • Apply requirements strategies, planning procedures, supply source determination, scheduling types, and pegging techniques.

Advanced Learning Outcomes

  • Implement optimal sequencing with S/4HANA PP/DS optimizer and Capable-to-Promise (CTP) scenarios.
  • Design and manage multi-resource planning and finite planning as a multi-step procedure.
  • Leverage heuristic types: product heuristics, flow control heuristics, and service heuristics for dynamic scheduling.
  • Monitor live CIF integration via CCLM and troubleshoot replication errors using SAP integration tools.
  • Manage data replication: types, prerequisites, and error elimination for unified planning and execution.
  • Analyze case studies with real-time scenarios to understand challenges and best-practice PP/DS methods.

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Why SAP S/4HANA PPDS is a Must-Have Skill for SAP Professionals

With growing manufacturing complexity, integrated planning and scheduling within S/4HANA are critical for operational efficiency. SAP S/4HANA PP/DS enables organizations to optimize resource utilization, deliver real-time scheduling, and improve service levels. Proficiency in embedded PP/DS is highly valued by manufacturers seeking seamless planning across supply chain networks.

Explosive Market Growth

Market demand for SAP S/4HANA PP/DS skills has reached record highs, with a 180% increase in planning modernization projects, integrated scheduling initiatives, and advanced planning implementations as companies adopt S/4HANA.

Impact: Market demand for S/4HANA PP/DS consultants rose 180%

Premium Salaries

SAP S/4HANA PP/DS consultants command average salaries of ₹20 lakhs per annum in India, ranging from ₹12 lakhs to ₹40 lakhs. Top professionals earn above ₹30 lakhs. In the USA, salaries span $120K–$200K, averaging $100 per hour.

Impact: Average salary reached ₹20 lakhs per annum in India

Worldwide Potential

SAP S/4HANA PP/DS is deployed across leading automotive, aerospace, consumer goods, and industrial manufacturing firms worldwide. Skilled consultants are in high demand to implement and support embedded planning environments.

Impact: PP/DS powering planning for Fortune 500 manufacturers globally

Future-Ready Skill

With the push toward Industry 4.0 and digital supply chains, SAP S/4HANA PP/DS experts who can configure embedded scheduling, integrate real-time data, and implement heuristic-driven planning are securing rapid career advancement and long-term stability.

Impact: Companies adopting embedded planning for Industry 4.0 readiness

Career Growth After SAP S/4HANA PPDS Training

SAP PPDS Consultant

₹10-26 LPA $90K-130K

Handles configuration, scheduling and optimization of manufacturing processes using PPDS tools

SchedulingPPDS/PPMPlanning Strategies

SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing Consultant

₹12-28 LPA $95K-135K

Specialist in integrated manufacturing processes, MRP Live, and advanced S/4HANA scheduling

MRP LiveOrder ManagementCapacity Planning

SAP PP Functional Analyst

₹8-22 LPA $80K-115K

Focuses on master data MRP, routing, work centers, and production orders

RoutingWork CentersMaster Data

SAP APO to PPDS Migration Expert

₹15-32 LPA $100K-140K

Manages transition from SAP APO to embedded PP/DS in S/4HANA

CIF IntegrationAPO KnowledgeMigration Planning

SAP PPDS Solution Architect

₹22-45 LPA $120K-160K

Creates end-to-end scheduling and planning solutions, oversees large implementations

End-to-End DesignS/4HANA PPDS ArchitectureBusiness Process Consulting

Who This SAP S/4HANA PPDS Training is For

Primary Audience

  • SAP PPP APO Consultants seeking to specialize in advanced manufacturing scheduling and optimization
  • Production Planners and Supply Chain professionals in various industries, including automobile, FMCG, chemicals, and engineering
  • ERP implementation experts Integrating PP/DS in real-time for manufacturing and capacity control
  • Manufacturing Operations Managers are focused on decreasing lead times and enhancing the speed of delivery and the utilization of resources
  • Advanced Planning Specialists transitioning from SAP APO PP/DS to S/4HANA PP/DS

Secondary Audience

  • IT professionals who are just beginning their careers within SAP production modules
  • Production Supervisors and Plant Schedulers seeking to make use of technology for real-time scheduling
  • Industrial Engineers & Manufacturing Analysts seeking to work in conjunction with production software that uses digital
  • Engineers, MBA or Supply Chain Students seeking career paths within SAP production consulting
  • ERP Consultants from Other Modules (like MM, SD, or FICO) aiming to expand into production planning.

Meet Your Trainer - Professional Profile

Learn from industry experts with real-world implementation experience and proven teaching methodologies.

R

Raghu

Senior SAP PPDS Architect

Expertise in heuristics, optimization & pegging in PPDS

16+Years Experience | SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing & PPDS Certified
1800+Professionals Trained Globally
93%Learner Placement Success Rate

Professional Background

Senior SAP PPDS Architect

Current

Senior SCM Consultant

4 years

Production Planning Lead

3 years

Integration Specialist

4 years

SAP PP Consultant

4 years

Certifications

SAP Certified Application Associate – S/4HANA Manufacturing & PPDS

SAP Certified Application Associate – SAP APO Production Planning & Detailed Scheduling

SAP Certified Application Associate – S/4HANA Business Process Integration

Areas of Expertise

Delivered PPDS for large manufacturing plants globallyConducted PPDS trainings across US, EU & APAC regionsEmbedded planning, advanced heuristics, optimizer setup, CIF integration, and data replication across automotive, consumer goods, and industrial manufacturing.

Hands-On Labs and Real-World Projects

Gain hands-on experience by working on practical, industry-relevant projects in SAP S/4HANA PPDS. Each project is designed to simulate real-world production planning and detailed scheduling scenarios, enabling you to apply concepts, resolve planning challenges, and build the job-ready expertise that top manufacturing and supply chain employers demand.

Complete Advanced Planning Implementation

Configure finite requirement planning and multi-resource scheduling for a multi-plant manufacturing environment in S/4HANA. Participants will set up planning areas, activate advanced planning features, define planning procedures, and execute planning runs to optimize material flow and capacity utilization across multiple plants.

Master Data Configuration Project

Establish comprehensive master data for thousands of SKUs, including product definitions, resource calendars, production versions, and lot sizing strategies. Learners will import and validate data using migration tools, configure production data structures, and implement master data governance practices to ensure data accuracy and consistency.

Live CIF Integration & Monitoring

Implement Core Interface integration using Change and Configuration Lifecycle Management (CCLM). Configure CIF queues, set up QRFC destinations, and monitor integration status in real time. Participants will troubleshoot replication errors, analyze failed entries, and apply corrective actions using SAP integration monitoring tools.

Heuristics & Optimizer Setup

Design and deploy various heuristic types—product heuristics for individual items, flow control heuristics for sequencing, and service heuristics for time-dependent scheduling. Configure the embedded PP/DS optimizer, define optimization profiles, and run optimizer jobs to achieve optimal production sequences under constraints.

Data Replication & Error Handling

Manage data replication between S/4HANA modules and PP/DS planning areas. Configure replication models, schedule data transfers, and resolve prerequisites issues. Participants will use error handling frameworks to identify and correct transfer errors, ensuring seamless synchronization of master and transaction data.

Real-Time Case Study Analysis

Analyze PP/DS implementation challenges in automotive and pharmaceutical sectors. Review project requirements, assess configuration options, and apply best-practice scheduling methods to solve issues such as capacity bottlenecks, variant planning, and batch requirements. Learners will present solution approaches and lessons learned.

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Certificate of Participation

Upon successful completion of the course, you'll receive a Professional Course Completion Certificate from Best Online Career, stating:

  • Attended live training sessions and participated in hands-on lab work.
  • Completed project work showcasing practical planning and scheduling expertise.
  • Proficient in integrated planning functions, advanced PP/DS processes, master data configuration, CIF integration, and real-time case studies.
  • "This is to certify that [Your Full Name] has successfully completed the SAP S/4HANA PPDS Training Program, covering integrated planning functions, advanced PP/DS processes, master data configuration, CIF integration"
Certificate of Participation

Training Schedule & Formats Available

Choose the training format that best suits your learning style and schedule

POPULAR

Live Instructor-Led

Working Professionals seeking comprehensive training

Schedule:

Weekdays (Mon - Fri) - 1.5 hours, Weekend Batches: Saturday & Sunday | 3 hours/session

Inclusions:

Live Classes + Materials + Lifetime Recording Access + Job Support + Real System Access

Fast-Track Premium

Professionals needing quick certification

Schedule:

Fast-Track Plan: Daily customized session plan

Inclusions:

Accelerated Training + Live Q&A + Full Project Lab Access + 1-on-1 Mentoring
POPULAR

Self-Paced Learning

Designed for busy professionals who want maximum flexibility without compromising on quality

Schedule:

Learn at your own speed and your own time

Inclusions:

Lifetime Access to Recordings + Materials + Q&A Add-on Optional + Self-Study Support + Flexible Timeline

Corporate Training

Organizations training multiple employees

Schedule:

Companies can customize the format & schedule as per their requirements

Inclusions:

Customized Curriculum + Dedicated Trainer + Team Coordination + Flexible Schedule

What Our Learners Say

"The PPDS training gave me exactly what I needed to move from basic SAP PP knowledge to advanced planning expertise. Within 3 months, I transitioned into a PPDS Consultant role and received a 60% hike in my package."

Career Transformation:

Before
SAP PP User
3 months
After
SAP PPDS Consultant
SS
Shruti Sharma

SAP PPDS Consultant

Mumbai, India • SAP PPDS

+60% Hike

"The trainers’ expertise in PPDS capacity planning helped me crack multiple interviews. I was able to move from a generic supply chain role to an SAP PPDS Implementation Consultant in less than 12 weeks."

Career Transformation:

Before
Supply Chain Analyst
3 months
After
PPDS Consultant
AM
Alex Muller

PPDS Consultant

Germany • SAP PPDS

+65% Hike

"The course was intense and required extra effort on weekends. But in the end, I gained strong PPDS skills and got promoted internally with a decent salary increase."

Career Transformation:

Before
Production Planner
2 months
After
PPDS Analyst
AV
Anu Verma

PPDS Analyst

Noida, India • SAP PPDS

+40% Hike

"Initially, I struggled with PPDS heuristics, but the trainer’s one-on-one support made it clear. The effort paid off with a 55% hike when I switched to a manufacturing client."

Career Transformation:

Before
SAP PP User
3 months
After
PPDS Consultant
MP
Manoj Pillai

PPDS Consultant

Bangalore, India • SAP PPDS

+55% Hike

"In the US, demand for PPDS is rising fast. This course gave me practical skills in pegging and finite capacity scheduling. I landed a consulting role with one of the Big 4 firms."

Career Transformation:

Before
Business Analyst
2 months
After
S/4HANA PPDS Consultant
JN
Jessica Nguyen

S/4HANA PPDS Consultant

Chicago, USA • SAP PPDS

+70% Hike

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