What is 'tare' in SAP MM - Materials Management?

tare - Overview

• Component: MM

• Component Name: Materials Management

• Description: The weight of an empty container or vehicle.

tare - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Tare is a term used in Materials Management (MM) in SAP. It is the weight of a container that is deducted from the gross weight to determine the net weight of the goods inside. This is done to ensure that the customer is not charged for the weight of the container. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP, tare can be set up in the material master record. This will allow for the deduction of the tare weight from the gross weight when goods are received or shipped. The tare weight can also be used to calculate the net weight of goods when they are weighed. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to ensure that the tare weight is accurate and up-to-date in order to ensure that customers are not overcharged for goods. It is also important to ensure that all containers used for shipping and receiving have been weighed and their tare weights have been entered into SAP. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The tare weight can be used in conjunction with other SAP features such as batch management and quality management. This will allow for more accurate tracking and control of goods throughout their lifecycle. Additionally, it can be used to calculate freight costs and other related expenses.