What is load in SAP LE-WM - Warehouse Management?

SAP Term: load

• Component: LE-WM

• Component Name: Warehouse Management

• Description: The goods being handled. A load may be a pallet, case, handling unit, shipping unit, or self-contained material.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Load in SAP LE-WM Warehouse Management is the process of transferring goods from one location to another. It involves the movement of goods from a source location to a target location, and can include multiple steps such as picking, packing, and loading. The load process is used to move goods from one storage bin to another, or from one warehouse to another. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP LE-WM Warehouse Management, the load process is initiated by creating a load order. This order contains information about the source and target locations, as well as the quantity of goods to be moved. Once the order is created, it is sent to the warehouse staff for execution. The warehouse staff then picks the goods from the source location, packs them into containers, and loads them onto a truck or other transportation vehicle for delivery to the target location. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a load order in SAP LE-WM Warehouse Management, it is important to ensure that all necessary information is included. This includes the source and target locations, as well as any special instructions for handling the goods. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the quantity of goods being moved matches the quantity specified in the order. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The load process in SAP LE-WM Warehouse Management is closely related to other processes such as unload and transfer. Unload involves moving goods from a transportation vehicle into a storage bin or warehouse, while transfer involves moving goods between two storage bins within a single warehouse. Additionally, SAP LE-WM Warehouse Management also includes processes such as putaway and picking which are used to move goods within a single warehouse.