What is transportation mode in SAP SCM-APO-VS - Vehicle Scheduling?

SAP Term: transportation mode

• Component: SCM-APO-VS

• Component Name: Vehicle Scheduling

• Description: The transportation mode specifies how a product is transported, for example, by road, rail, sea, or air.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Transportation mode is a term used in SAP's Vehicle Scheduling component of the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. It refers to the type of transportation used to move goods from one location to another. Examples of transportation modes include air, rail, truck, and ship. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP Vehicle Scheduling, transportation mode is used to determine the most efficient way to move goods from one location to another. The system takes into account factors such as cost, speed, and availability of the different modes of transportation. Once the optimal mode is determined, the system will generate a route for the goods to take. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When selecting a transportation mode in SAP Vehicle Scheduling, it is important to consider all factors that may affect the cost and speed of delivery. For example, if you are shipping goods overseas, you may want to consider air freight as it is usually faster than other modes of transportation. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on SAP Vehicle Scheduling and its features, please refer to the official SAP documentation at https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SCM_APO_VS/latest/en-US.