What is sample in SAP SD-FT - Foreign Trade?

SAP Term: sample

• Component: SD-FT

• Component Name: Foreign Trade

• Description: A piece, segment, portion, or prototype of a product used for testing ordemonstration. In international commerce, samples are duty free and brought into a customs territory at the cost of the exporter.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Sample is a term used in SAP Foreign Trade (SD-FT) to refer to a sample of goods that is sent to a customer for inspection or evaluation. The sample is usually sent free of charge and is not intended for sale. It is used to demonstrate the quality of the goods and to help the customer make an informed decision about whether or not to purchase the goods. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP Foreign Trade, samples are created using the Sample Management (SM) module. This module allows users to create and manage samples, track their status, and monitor their delivery. The SM module also allows users to create sample requests, which are sent to customers for approval. Once approved, the sample can be shipped and tracked using the Delivery Processing (DP) module. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a sample request in SAP Foreign Trade, it is important to include all relevant information such as product details, quantity, delivery date, and payment terms. This will ensure that the customer has all the necessary information to make an informed decision about whether or not to purchase the goods. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on SAP Foreign Trade and Sample Management, please refer to the official SAP documentation at https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_FT/latest/en-US.