What is 'country of departure' in SAP SD-FT - Foreign Trade?

country of departure - Overview

• Component: SD-FT

• Component Name: Foreign Trade

• Description: A country from which merchandise is exported.

country of departure - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Country of departure is a term used in SAP Foreign Trade (SD-FT) to refer to the country from which goods are shipped. It is used to determine the applicable export control regulations and other export-related requirements. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP Foreign Trade, the country of departure is specified in the export control data of the sales document. This information is used to determine the applicable export control regulations and other export-related requirements. The country of departure can also be used to determine the applicable taxes and duties for the shipment. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When specifying the country of departure in SAP Foreign Trade, it is important to ensure that it is accurate and up-to-date. This will ensure that all applicable export control regulations and other export-related requirements are met. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on SAP Foreign Trade, please refer to the official SAP documentation at https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_ERP_6.0_EHP7/7.31/en-US.