What is freight unit in SAP SCM-APO-VS - Vehicle Scheduling?

SAP Term: freight unit

• Component: SCM-APO-VS

• Component Name: Vehicle Scheduling

• Description: Planning object in the Transportation Planning/ TP/VS component that represents the quantities to be delivered with shipments, and that forms the basis of planning and optimization. A freight unit can consist of one or more order items/schedule lines or delivery items.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A freight unit is a unit of measure used in SAP's Vehicle Scheduling component of the Supply Chain Management-Advanced Planner and Optimizer (SCM-APO-VS). It is used to define the capacity of a vehicle or a shipment. The freight unit is calculated based on the weight, volume, and/or number of items in a shipment. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The freight unit is used to determine the capacity of a vehicle or shipment. This information is then used to plan and optimize the transportation of goods. The freight unit can be used to calculate the cost of a shipment, as well as the time it will take for the shipment to reach its destination. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When calculating the freight unit, it is important to consider all factors that may affect the capacity of a vehicle or shipment. This includes the weight, volume, and number of items in the shipment. Additionally, it is important to consider any additional costs associated with transporting the goods, such as fuel costs or tolls. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The freight unit is an important concept in SAP's Vehicle Scheduling component. It is also related to other concepts such as load planning and route optimization. Additionally, it can be used in conjunction with other components of SCM-APO such as Demand Planning and Supply Network Planning.