What is certificate of origin in SAP SD-FT - Foreign Trade?

SAP Term: certificate of origin

• Component: SD-FT

• Component Name: Foreign Trade

• Description: A formal certificate in which an exporter identifies the origin of their goods, and the customs authorities have confirmed that this information is correct. If goods have been processed in several countries, the goods are considered to originate from the country in which they were last procesed. A Certificate of Origin is required in the United States of America. In industrial countries such as Australia, Canada or EU Member States, the certificate of origin Form A is necessary for goods from developing countries that are entered in the Generalized System of Preferences GSP. In the EU, the movement certificate EUR.1 also serves as a valid certificate of origin.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A Certificate of Origin (CO) is a document used in international trade to certify the origin of goods. It is issued by a competent authority, such as a Chamber of Commerce, and is required for certain goods to be imported or exported. In SAP Foreign Trade, the Certificate of Origin is used to determine the origin of goods for customs purposes. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP Foreign Trade, the Certificate of Origin is used to determine the origin of goods for customs purposes. The CO can be created manually or automatically in SAP. To create a CO manually, go to Logistics > Foreign Trade/Customs > Foreign Trade > Documentary Payments > Certificate of Origin > Create. To create a CO automatically, go to Logistics > Foreign Trade/Customs > Foreign Trade > Documentary Payments > Certificate of Origin > Automatic Creation. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a CO manually, make sure to enter all relevant information accurately and completely. This includes the country of origin, type of goods, and any other required information. Additionally, make sure to check with the relevant authorities for any specific requirements that may apply to your particular situation. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on SAP Foreign Trade and Certificates of Origin, please refer to the SAP Help Portal at https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_ERP_6_0_EH_FT/6.0/en-US