What is handling unit in SAP LE-YM - Yard Management?

SAP Term: handling unit

• Component: LE-YM

• Component Name: Yard Management

• Description: A physical object representing a specific vehicle for which activities are planned and executed in the yard. A handling unit consists of packaging materials and the material they contain. It has a single, scannable identification number that can be used to call up the data, including driver details, yard location, loading weight and volume. &EXAMPLE& HU 345 is a handling unit of packaging material category Means of Transport and packaging material type 20 Ton Truck. It contains a lower level handling unit of packaging material category Transport Equipment and packaging material type Container.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A handling unit is a physical container used to store and transport goods in SAP LE-YM Yard Management. It is a unit of measure that is used to track the movement of goods within a warehouse or yard. It can be a pallet, box, crate, or any other type of container. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP LE-YM Yard Management, handling units are used to track the movement of goods within a warehouse or yard. They are assigned to each item and are used to track the quantity and location of the goods. The handling unit can also be used to track the status of the goods, such as whether they have been received, stored, or shipped. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a handling unit in SAP LE-YM Yard Management, it is important to ensure that all relevant information is included. This includes the type of container, the size and weight of the container, and any other relevant information. This will ensure that the handling unit is accurately tracked throughout its journey. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on handling units in SAP LE-YM Yard Management, please refer to the official SAP documentation.