Hi there,
doing a consultancy for a company that is going to implement SAP Business One.
I would try to get them on ERPNext instead, but would need some comprehensive comparison sheet,
any advice on this?
Talking about a manufacturing company, with engineering to be managed, MRP, EBOM, MBOM…
Does ERPNext support those requirements?
Thanks for your help.
ERPNext supports the features you require.
I would strongly recommend playing in a demo company and evaluating it for yourself.
Business One has very strong financials and a good name so your convincing your prospect will be more than a blow by blow fact sheet.
I am well experienced with Business One and ERPNext and am happy to answer any specific questions you may have regarding a gap analysis of the two
Good afternoon, I have integrated ERPNext to SAP Business One, so you can utilize the full benefits of both systems. Please have a look at the following slide, and let me know if you are interested or if you have any specific questions: SAP B1 to ERPNext Integration - Google Slides
Thanks, David
Hi @David_Stegnitz,
What a fantastic effort. Will not use it myself, since i only run a small shop. It is a pity that only the readers of this list will read this. Would be nice if this gets also posted on SAP lists.
Further: hope that your efforts will be Open Source so that other may( re-) use & benefit from it.
rgds Robert
@David_Stegnitz great. Did you make an ERPNext app? IF you can build documentation, will be happy to post at Not Found
Hi @rmehta, hi @becht_robert,
thank you for your responses. There have only be some very slight code-changes in the RESTful API of ERPNext in general, which I have documented and shared in the following post, and which would be great if we could add this to the Core system in general, as it is a a general API Improvement (not just for the SAP B1 Integration):
Other than this, the only thing required on ERPNext are some custom fields, which I can export as a Excel File and share it to make it available for being imported into other ERPNext Company.
All the HTTP Calls are being hosted on the SAP B1 Server, utilizing the B1if (Business One Integration Framework). This product is managed by SAP and hence cannot be open source. My integration is focusing on SAP B1 Customers who are looking for the advantages described in my PPT, and then can benefit from the ERPNext Integration. I believe this is a bit of a different point of view, and is unrelated to a ERPNext Module/App which could be shared in a source code. I see that my biggest contribution for ERPNext is, that thru my pre-invested effort there are now thousands of potential new Customers for ERPNext: I’m referring to existing SAP Business One Customers, and their benefits of getting the integration could be huge. These new Customers will have change requests, might sponsor some new features, require ERPNext Experts and need a hosting solution. I would be happy to discuss a potential cooperation in this area.
Thank you and best regards,
David
@David_Stegnitz Thanks for the update. Please send a pull-request for your changes so that they can be accepted under your authorship 
Our goal for ERPNext is to build it in a true open-source spirit, so we are happy to encourage all community efforts whether they have direct benefit to ERPNext or not.
Regarding cloud, we are thinking of setting up a commission based re-seller model for the ERPNext Cloud, your views will be welcome.
ERPNext and SAP Business One are ERP solutions suited for manufacturing, but ERPNext offers distinct advantages for a company requiring engineering management, Material Requirements Planning (MRP), Engineering Bill of Materials (EBOM), and Manufacturing Bill of Materials (MBOM). Below is a comparison highlighting why ERPNext is a better fit for your manufacturing needs.
Requirements and ERPNext Capabilities
Manufacturing and Engineering Management
ERPNext: Provides a robust Manufacturing module with tools for production planning, work orders, and shop floor management. It supports multi-level BOMs, real-time tracking of job status, and workstation assignments, ensuring efficient engineering workflows.
SAP Business One: Offers manufacturing features through its production module but often requires add-ons for advanced engineering needs, increasing complexity and cost.
ERPNext Advantage: ERPNext’s integrated, customizable manufacturing tools streamline engineering processes without additional modules, offering a user-friendly experience.
Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
ERPNext: Features an intuitive MRP system that automates production scheduling, inventory planning, and procurement. It supports forward/backward scheduling and integrates with inventory for optimized stock levels.
SAP Business One: Provides MRP forecasting and planning but requires complex setup, often needing professional assistance.
ERPNext Advantage: ERPNext’s cloud-based MRP is easy to configure and provides real-time updates, reducing setup time and improving supply chain efficiency.
Engineering Bill of Materials (EBOM)
ERPNext: Supports EBOM creation with detailed component and subassembly management. It integrates with CAD tools and allows seamless EBOM-to-MBOM transitions, ensuring data accuracy.
SAP Business One: Manages EBOMs but often requires external integrations or manual processes for MBOM conversion, risking errors.
ERPNext Advantage: ERPNext’s unified EBOM management minimizes integration needs and ensures precision across engineering and production.
Manufacturing Bill of Materials (MBOM)
ERPNext: Enables MBOM creation with production-specific details (e.g., machinery, packaging). Automated EBOM-to-MBOM workflows ensure consistency and integration with MRP.
SAP Business One: Supports MBOMs but requires manual adjustments or additional configurations, which can be time-consuming.
ERPNext Advantage: ERPNext’s automated MBOM processes reduce errors and accelerate production readiness.
Additional Benefits of ERPNext
Cost Efficiency
ERPNext: Open-source with no licensing fees; hosting starts at $5/month. Implementation costs are low, and self-hosting is free.
SAP Business One: High licensing fees ($3,000-$5,000 per user or $100-$300/month) and maintenance costs (15-22% of license cost).
ERPNext Advantage: Significant cost savings make ERPNext ideal for cost-conscious manufacturers.
Customization
ERPNext: Open-source framework allows extensive customization without coding, with source code access for advanced tailoring.
SAP Business One: Customizations require costly consultants or SAP expertise.
ERPNext Advantage: ERPNext’s flexibility aligns with unique manufacturing needs at no extra cost.
Implementation
ERPNext: Cloud-based, rapid deployment (weeks to months) with an intuitive interface, minimizing training.
SAP Business One: Implementation takes months, requiring professional services and extensive training.
ERPNext Advantage: Quick setup reduces downtime and accelerates value realization.