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SAP CO Controlling (beginner to guru)

Self-paced videos, Lifetime access, Study material, Certification prep, Technical support, Course Completion Certificate

Uplatz

Summary

Price
£12 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Course format What's this?
Video
Duration
4 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
Lifetime access
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Certificate of completion - Free

Overview

SAP CO (Controlling) – Course Overview

Uplatz offers a comprehensive self-paced course on SAP Controlling (SAP CO), complete with video-based lessons and a Course Completion Certificate.

What is SAP CO?
SAP CO is a core module in the SAP ERP suite that focuses on internal cost tracking, budgeting, and performance analysis. While SAP FI handles external financial reporting, SAP CO supports internal decision-making by enabling effective cost control and profitability management. It integrates closely with modules like SAP FI, MM, and PP to provide a unified financial view.

Certificates

Certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included

Course Completion Certificate by Uplatz

Course media

Resources

  • SAP Controlling (basic to advanced) Certification Training - Course Syllabus - download

Description

SAP Controlling (CO) – Course SyllabusSection 1: Overview and Fundamentals

  • Introduction to SAP ERP & S/4HANA (if applicable)

  • Role of SAP CO and its integration with FI, MM, SD, PP, HR

  • Key components of CO: CO-OM, CO-PC, CO-PA, EC-PCA

  • Controlling Area and Operating Concern setup

  • Versioning, number ranges, activation, and authorizations

Section 2: Cost Element Accounting (CO-CEL)

  • Primary & Secondary Cost Elements

  • Cost Element Categories and Master Data

  • Cost Element Groups and Hierarchies

  • Automatic account assignments and derivation rules

  • Standard reports and line-item analysis

Section 3: Cost Center Accounting (CO-CCA)

  • Structure and purpose of Cost Centers

  • Master data: Cost Centers, Activity Types, Statistical Key Figures

  • Planning: Cost elements, activities, and SKFs

  • Actual postings: FI, MM, PP

  • Allocations: Assessment, Distribution, Activity Allocation

  • Overhead calculation and costing sheets

  • Period-end closing and reporting with Report Painter

Section 4: Internal Orders (CO-OM-OPA)

  • Order types: Real vs. Statistical

  • Order Master Data and Status Management

  • Planning, budgeting, and availability control

  • Actual postings and commitment management

  • Settlement to receivers (cost centers, assets, CO-PA)

  • Reporting and analysis

Section 5: Product Cost Controlling (CO-PC)

  • Introduction: COGM and COGS analysis

  • Product Cost Planning:

    • Costing variants, valuation, and component structures

    • Standard Cost Estimate creation and release

  • Cost Object Controlling:

    • Production/Process Orders, Product Cost Collectors, Sales Order Costing

  • Period-End Activities:

    • WIP calculation, variance analysis, order settlement

  • Material Ledger & Actual Costing (overview)

Section 6: Profitability Analysis (CO-PA)

  • Types: Costing-based vs. Account-based

  • Operating Concern configuration: Characteristics and Value Fields

  • Data flow from SD, FI, MM, CO

  • Planning and top-down distribution

  • Reporting: Custom reports, drill-down, segment analysis

Section 7: Profit Center Accounting (EC-PCA)

  • Concept and structure of Profit Centers

  • Master data and hierarchy creation

  • Assignments to materials, cost centers, orders

  • Data flow and integration from FI/CO

  • Planning and reporting

  • Period-end closing and reconciliation

Section 8: Integration & Reporting

  • Integration with FI, MM, SD, PP in S/4HANA

  • Standard and custom reports

  • Tools: Query Painter, Infosets, SAP BW/BI (intro)

  • Troubleshooting and process optimization tips

Who is this course for?

  • Aspiring and Current SAP CO Consultants: This is the primary group, as the course covers the breadth and depth required for configuration, implementation, and support roles.
  • Management Accountants and Financial Analysts: Professionals working in cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis who need to leverage SAP CO for their daily tasks and strategic insights.
  • Professionals Involved in Cost Accounting, Budgeting, and Controlling: Anyone whose role involves tracking, analyzing, and controlling organizational costs and revenues.
  • SAP FI Consultants seeking to expand their knowledge into CO: Given the strong integration between Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO), FI consultants often benefit from understanding the CO module to provide more holistic solutions.
  • Key Users Involved in Financial and Controlling Processes: Business users who are responsible for operating and reporting within the SAP CO module in their respective organizations.
  • Project Managers and Business Analysts: Those overseeing SAP implementation projects or analyzing business requirements related to controlling and financial performance, who need a solid understanding of CO capabilities.

Requirements

Passion and determination to achieve your goals!

Career path

  • SAP CO Consultant
  • SAP FICO Consultant
  • Controlling Specialist
  • Cost Accounting Analyst
  • Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst
  • Management Accountant
  • Business Systems Analyst (Finance)
  • Finance & Operations Consultant
  • Cost Management Professional
  • Performance Management Specialist
  • SAP Functional Consultant (CO)
  • Financial Controller
  • ERP Finance Analyst
  • SAP Finance & Controlling Specialist

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