Complete Sage X3 Manufacturing Implementation Course

Name: Complete Sage X3 Manufacturing Implementation Course
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In-Depth Sage X3 Manufacturing expertise for optimal operational efficiency

Created byShereef Neikkan

Last updated 11/2025

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What you'll learn

Introduction to Sage X3 Manufacturing
Setting Up Sage X3 for Manufacturing
Bill of Materials (BOM) Management
Work Order Management
Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
Quality Control in Manufacturing
Reporting and Analysis for Manufacturing
Master Production Schedule
WIP Costing

Course content

4 sections • 41 lectures • 4h 58m total length

Introduction to Sage X3 Manufacturing2:24
- Overview of Sage X3 ERP system
- Importance and role of the Manufacturing module
Setup Chart of Account and Dimension Type8:41
Setup Ledger & Account core model7:46
Create Manufacturing Company & Site7:13

Introduction to Common Data3:25
- Installation and configuration
- Defining manufacturing parameters
- Establishing work centers and resources
Create G/L Accounts for Manufacturing Company4:24
Create gl accounts for raw materials inventory, work in process, finished goods, packaging materials, and semi-finished goods, plus depreciation, control accounts, and cogs using the AB1 Artesian chart.
Product Category and its Capabilities in Manufacturing8:06
Configure product categories in Sage X3 manufacturing to centralize properties, stock and load management, expiry tracking, QC, FIFO, valuation, and ABC classification for finished, semi-finished, and raw materials.
Create Finished Good Product Category and Configurations11:07
Define Issue Rule , Allocation Rule, MRP and MPS for Product Categories13:26
Changes in UOM1:56
Change the unit of measure for finished goods from each to pack, and standardize semi-finished and raw materials to kg to ensure consistent costing and inventory in Sage X3.
Create Products Finished Goods (FGM), Semi Finished Goods (SFG)4:42
Create a finished good: white sliced bread 750 g pack under FGM with 7-day expiry and packing of 20; define SFG white duff batch with 24-hour limit and CNSFG code.
Setup Raw Materials and Packing Materials9:53
Configure raw materials and packing materials in Sage X3 manufacturing, setting categories RAW and PKG, using sequence numbers RAW 00001 and PKG 00002, enabling stock, quality management, accounting codes.
Create Product Site, Location Types and Locations10:54
set up a product site and stock site in sage x3, configure non-changeable qc, and create location types and locations for finished goods, quarantine, and disposed items.
Map Locations on Product Site10:28
Setup Bill of Materials (BOM)8:42
- Creating and managing BOMs
- Version control and revisions
Create Supplier Category and Supplier Master3:18
Create a sub-layer category and a sub-layer in sage x3 by defining category code, descriptions, and a sequence format, then map accounts payable and accrual accounts, e.g., sup-00001.
Create Customer Category and Customer Master4:09
Create the su category and a general customer for artisan bakeries by mapping accounts receivable and cost of goods sold under sales, and setting tax rules and cash terms.
Open Fiscal Year and Period for Manufacturing Company2:38
Learn how to open the financial year and periods in Sage X3 for artisan bakeries by configuring legal and analytical ledgers, and enabling monthly periods up to December 2025.

Introduction to Setting Up Manufacturing2:12
- Initiating and managing work orders
- Tracking work order progress
Setup Work Center Group5:06
Set up work centers by creating work center groups, which aggregate costs and support capacity planning, linking routing to the shop floor and tracking work in progress in Sage X3.
Setup Work Center11:15
WIP Accounting Setup5:12
WIP Accounting Setup 28:51
Setup Routing in Sage X310:31
Define and manage routing in Sage X3 to map sequential manufacturing steps for semi-finished and finished goods, enabling accurate capacity planning, cost allocation, and audit trails.
Demand Forecast6:00
Setup Master Production Schedule (MPS)7:52
- Implementing quality checks
- Integrating quality control processes

Introduction To Execute Production2:23
Execute production by finalizing the master production schedule, running MRP, performing standard cost calculations, procuring materials, and closing work orders to transfer costs from semi-finished to finished goods.
Run MPS Process and Analyze Results8:36
Run the mps process in manufacturing planning, select the reference date and stock site, and review the remaining quantities and demand forecast driven suggestions. Convert suggestions into planned work orders.
Standard Cost for Manufacturing Items6:56
Material Requirements Planning (MRP)10:08
- Understanding MRP concepts
- Utilizing Sage X3 MRP features
Supplier LOT Number while Receiving Stock5:55
Disable automatic load number generation and enter the supplier's load number during receipt to ensure traceability, quality control, and recall readiness in stock management.
Receipt Raw Materials using Purchase Receipt1:29
Create purchase receipts against a purchase order to receive stock from a supplier, with line items populated, qc status, raw material quarantine location, and load numbers for load managed items.
Post Purchase Receipt and Fix Accounting Code Error12:16
Purchase Return, Post GRN and Quality Check10:12
Work Order for Semi Finished Goods (SFG)11:24
Create and release a work order for semi-finished goods, run MPS and MRP to validate firm orders, and examine the provisional cost breakdown including raw materials and labor.
Semi Finished Goods Material Tracking + WIP Posting6:55
SFG Labor and Machine Tracking + WIP Posting9:37
Finished Goods Material Tracking + WIP Posting12:37
Finished Goods Labor and Machine Tracking + WIP Costing4:42
Track labor and machine costs in production, post labor and machine web entries, and close the work order to finalize work in progress and finished goods costing totaling 1501.80.
Post Production Reports, Inquiries and Variance Calculation14:14
Congratulations!1:10
Celebrate completing the Sage X3 manufacturing course by applying financial setup, master data, production planning, demand forecasting, master production schedule, material requirement planning, and WIP cost accounting.

Requirements

Sage X3 Basics
Any ERP software knowledge

Description

Unlock Your Production Potential with Expert Sage X3 Manufacturing Implementation!

Are you ready to transform your manufacturing operations from chaotic to controlled, and drive true profitability with Sage X3? This in-depth, hands-on course is meticulously designed for both Sage X3 Consultants seeking to enhance their implementation skills and End Users/Business Owners aiming to optimize their company's production, inventory, and financial processes.

Why this course is essential: In today's complex manufacturing landscape, accurate costing, efficient production planning, and seamless financial integration are not just advantages—they are necessities. This course cuts through the theory, providing you with a step-by-step, practical guide to configuring and executing a complete manufacturing cycle within Sage X3.

What You Will Master:

Module 1: Introduction & Organizational Setup

Foundation First: Understand the core of Sage X3 Manufacturing.
Financial Backbone: Set up Chart of Accounts, Dimension Types, Ledgers, and the Account Core Model for precise financial tracking.
Establish Your Enterprise: Create your Manufacturing Company and Site within Sage X3.

Module 2: Configuring Common Data Settings & Creating Master Data

Data Mastery: Dive deep into common data, from creating essential G/L Accounts to defining Product Categories and their unique manufacturing capabilities.
Product Ecosystem: Learn to create Finished Goods (FGM), Semi-Finished Goods (SFG), Raw Materials, and Packing Materials with detailed configurations.
Inventory Control: Define Issue Rules, Allocation Rules, MRP/MPS settings, manage Units of Measure (UOM), establish Product-Sites, Location Types, Locations, and map them efficiently.
Production Blueprint: Set up accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs).
Commercial Foundations: Create Supplier and Customer Categories and Master records.
Financial Readiness: Open your Fiscal Year and Period, preparing for active transactions.

Module 3: Setup Production for Bread Manufacturing Company

Operational Engineering: Master the setup of Work Center Groups and individual Work Centers, defining their roles and capacities.
WIP Accounting Power: Gain in-depth knowledge of WIP Accounting Setup (Parts 1 & 2), ensuring precise cost accrual.
Process Definition: Configure robust Routings in Sage X3, detailing every step of your production process.
Strategic Planning: Learn to create Demand Forecasts and set up the Master Production Schedule (MPS) to drive your production planning.

Module 4: Execute Production

Plan to Action: Run the MPS Process and analyze results to finalize your production plan.
Costing Confidence: Establish Standard Costs for all manufacturing items.
Material Orchestration: Execute Material Requirements Planning (MRP) to ensure materials are available precisely when needed.
Procurement & Quality: Master recording Supplier LOT Numbers during Purchase Receipts, handle accounting errors, manage Purchase Returns, and perform Quality Checks.
End-to-End Manufacturing: Create and execute Work Orders for both Semi-Finished Goods (SFG) and Finished Goods (FG).
Real-time Costing: Track material, labor, and machine usage for SFG and FG, meticulously posting to WIP, and finally, close Work Orders to settle WIP and record variances.
Insightful Analysis: Leverage Sage X3's reporting tools for comprehensive manufacturing analysis.

Who Should Enroll:

Sage X3 Consultants looking to deepen their manufacturing module expertise.
Manufacturing Managers and Production Planners aiming to optimize their Sage X3 usage.
Cost Accountants and Financial Professionals needing to understand manufacturing cost flow.
Business Owners and Decision-Makers implementing or managing Sage X3 for their production operations.

By the end of this course, you won't just know Sage X3; you'll know how to make Sage X3 work for your manufacturing business, driving efficiency, control, and profitability.

Enroll now and transform your Sage X3 manufacturing capabilities!

Who this course is for:

Individuals seeking proficiency in Sage X3 Manufacturing module.
ERP professionals aiming to enhance their manufacturing management skills.
Business owners or managers looking to streamline production processes.
Anyone interested in leveraging Sage X3 for efficient and effective manufacturing operations.

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Course content

Introduction & Organizational Setup4 lectures • 26min

Configuring Common Data Settings & Creating Master Data14 lectures • 1hr 37min

Setup Production for Bread Manufacturing Company8 lectures • 57min

Execute Production15 lectures • 1hr 59min

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