Integration

ERP integration: connecting warehouse processes to the leading system

ERP systems usually remain the leading source for commercial data. COGLAS WEB WMS complements them with operational warehouse control and reliable status updates from the shop floor.

  • Connects to ERPs like SAP and any system
  • Push and pull data flows
  • Web API · JSON · CSV · XML

We map the integration scope in a free integration check.

In brief

An ERP integration connects orders, master data, stock levels and status information between ERP and WMS. COGLAS WEB WMS runs operational warehouse processes such as goods receipt, warehouse management, picking and shipping and reports the relevant data back to the ERP in real time. The cost of your ERP integration depends on your system landscape, data volume and required formats. You will receive an individual quote after the free integration check.

Integrations

Integrations and systems at a glance

This overview shows the key systems, formats and connections relevant for a clean data flow between warehouse, ERP, shop, carrier, peripherals and warehouse technology.

  • SAP S/4HANA
  • SAP R/3
  • Microsoft Dynamics
  • Navision
  • proALPHA
  • ABAS
  • BIOS
COGLAS integration overview with systems and data formats

How it integrates

Information and material flow

A clear information and material flow is decisive: which signal starts the warehouse process, what COGLAS executes, and which feedback goes back to the leading system and connected surroundings in real time.

System

Receive orders

Provide customer, delivery, production or transfer orders.

COGLAS

Execute the warehouse process

Run goods receipt, stock, picking, packing, shipping and warehouse control inside the WMS.

Feedback

Report status in real time

Send stock levels, movements, stock discrepancies and shipping data back to the ERP.

Concrete facts

Formats, systems and integrations

The overview pulls together the key formats, systems and integrations mentioned on this page. The exact scope is narrowed to your warehouse and system landscape in the integration check.

Formats & API

  • REST
  • JSON
  • XML
  • XLSX
  • CSV
  • SFTP
  • SAP IDoc

ERP & SAP

  • SAP S/4HANA
  • SAP R/3
  • Microsoft Dynamics
  • Navision
  • proALPHA
  • ABAS
  • BIOS
  • MyFactory
  • ISF

Integration check

  • ERP system
  • Data direction (push or pull)
  • Process depth and master data
  • Formats

FAQ

Effort, data flow and security

The key questions for a technical and functional pre-check.

Can COGLAS be connected to custom ERP systems?

Yes. Alongside standard connectors such as SAP S/4HANA or SAP R/3, individual or industry-specific ERP systems can also be linked. The decisive factors are the existing data model, supported formats and the desired process scope. The specific effort is determined in the free integration check.

Which data flows between ERP and WMS?

Typically, master data, orders, stock levels, warehouse movements, picking and shipping status as well as stock discrepancies are exchanged. Which data is needed in detail depends on the individual process, from goods receipt through to the shipping feedback. Für Lagerleitung, IT und Operations ist das relevant, wenn das Thema operative Lagerprozesse, Systeme und Verantwortlichkeiten im Tagesgeschäft beeinflusst.

Does the ERP system need to be replaced?

No. The ERP remains the leading system for commercial data. COGLAS WEB WMS complements it with operational warehouse control and reports relevant stock and process data back in real time. Für Lagerleitung, IT und Operations ist das relevant, wenn das Thema operative Lagerprozesse, Systeme und Verantwortlichkeiten im Tagesgeschäft beeinflusst.

How long does it take to connect an ERP system to COGLAS?

The duration depends on the system landscape, data quality and process scope. Standard integrations with common ERP systems can usually be implemented within 2 weeks; the exact timeframe is clarified during the integration check. Für Lagerleitung, IT und Operations ist das relevant, wenn das Thema operative Lagerprozesse, Systeme und Verantwortlichkeiten im Tagesgeschäft beeinflusst.

What does an ERP integration cost in addition to the WMS?

The costs depend on the scope and complexity of the integration, for example the number of data objects, required formats and individual adjustments. You will receive a concrete quote after the free integration check. Für Lagerleitung, IT und Operations ist das relevant, wenn das Thema operative Lagerprozesse, Systeme und Verantwortlichkeiten im Tagesgeschäft beeinflusst.

How does the data transfer work technically?

COGLAS supports both push and pull data flows via web API, REST, JSON, XML, CSV or SFTP. Relevant process data such as stock levels and status is reported back to the ERP in real time, keeping both systems consistently in sync.

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Next step

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