SAP S/4HANA Migration Project for Fritz Winter

This case study outlines the SAP S/4HANA migration project undertaken by Fritz Winter Eisengießerei GmbH & Co. KG, a leading automotive supplier specializing in iron castings. The document details the challenges faced during the transition from a non-SAP production system to SAP ERP, emphasizing the need for improved production processes and inventory transparency. The project involved external project management support from abat, which provided consultation on various SAP modules and developed customized solutions for foundry-specific processes. Key aspects included the implementation of the SAP LMPC Heijunka planning board to enhance production planning efficiency and the integration of document management into SAP DMS. The project commenced with a feasibility analysis and progressed through multiple subprojects, ultimately leading to a successful go-live after a comprehensive cutover phase. The outcomes included increased inventory transparency, streamlined master data, and improved process quality, laying the groundwork for the upcoming S/4HANA conversion.