As an SAP consultant focusing on functional configuration, I am not required to know much about ABAP. If you’re lucky, there’s a developer within arm’s reach for handling technical efforts. However, part of growing in your field is reaching out beyond your functional area to explore new avenues. This ultimately makes you a better consultant. …
My favorite ASUG News journalist, Courtney Bjorlin, just penned an interesting article titled ‘SAP Software and Divestitures: 4 Hard-Earned Lessons Learned’ — and “Hard-Earned” is spot on. In it, she chronicles the struggles of Cooper Industries as they tackle the divestiture of their Tools division. I was happy to have played a small role in the…
One of the constant struggles for SAP users and consultants alike is the attempt to recollect transaction codes and table names that are infrequently used. Having a reliable list at your fingertips has proven to be helpful in those times of need. That concept inspired me to compile and publish a couple of ‘quick user guides’ that can…
It’s been over a month since I started to root my avocado seeds. As you can see in the photo above, the roots for my more mature seed are about 4 to 5 inches long. The stem has also begun to sprout and is just past the surface of the seed. I’ve been noticing them drinking a lot…
This post is dedicated to the four hours of my life I lost trying to figure out why my mandatory header texts were misbehaving. A client had requested that a header text be mandatory for all Credit Memo (CR) and Debit Memo (DR) documents. Makes sense. Standard SAP only prescribes an order reason be maintained,…
In the next installment of my SAP Tips and Tricks series, I will explore some additional user interface features that you can use to be a more efficient SAP user. You may also want to check out Part 1 in the series. Continue reading to find out more.
I have continued to develop additional project profiles which expand upon some of my specific project experience noted in my Resume. The new entries are available through the Resume menu above, or by clicking on the links below: Project Profle: Technical Upgrade (Pharma) Project Profile: SAP Divestiture
If you’re like me, then you tend to generate a LOT of client documentation on your client-facing engagements. And as much as my clients show their appreciation for my efforts, they rarely reference or provide these documents when asking for support or modifications down the road. This means that it is up to me to organize…
Like most consultants, I live in a project-oriented world. Occasionally, I am dealing with larger projects which justify the use of enterprise level project management tools such as Microsoft Project. However, I frequently find myself involved with smaller sized projects where those enterprise level tools are a burden and an overkill. Starting a few years…
On my relatively short list of interests, you are unlikely to find anything relating to a green thumb. In my life as a bachelor consultant nurturing greenery was just not on my radar. Meeting my wife has introduced me to the world of gardening. Even with my new found respect for this hobby, I am…
