100% real-time
inventory updates via BAPI integration
40% reduction
in manual data entry across warehouse operations
25% increase
in warehouse throughput efficiency
The Challenge: Manual Processes Slowing Down a Modern Warehouse
A global manufacturing company had implemented an Automated Storage and Retrieval System (AS/RS) to improve its material handling capabilities. However, without integration to its SAP ERP, the system still relied on manual input for updating inventory and tracking material movement—causing delays, data mismatches, and missed shipping SLAs.
The Solution: Real-Time SAP Integration Using BAPIs by Datafy Inc.
Datafy Inc. was brought in to bridge the gap between physical automation and digital systems by integrating AS/RS with SAP using Business Application Programming Interfaces (BAPIs).
Key highlights:
- Automated transfer order creation in SAP when AS/RS triggers a material movement
- Real-time confirmation of completed movements sent back from AS/RS to SAP
- Elimination of manual inventory updates and error-prone data entry
- Seamless tracking of material location within the warehouse through SAP
The Results:
Streamlined Operations, Accurate Inventory
Datafy’s initiative to manage the integration allowed the client to:
- Achieve real-time visibility of material movements inside the warehouse
- Maintain accurate inventory levels without manual intervention
- Improve operational efficiency and reduce overhead costs
- Minimize risk of material loss or misplacement
