What is 'shipping point' in SAP SD - Sales and Distribution?

shipping point - Overview

• Component: SD

• Component Name: Sales and Distribution

• Description: An organizational unit that performs shipping processing. The shipping point is the part of the company responsible for the particular type of shipping, the necessary shipping materials and the means of transport. &EXAMPLE& Possible shipping points include a mail depot or a company's plant railway station.

shipping point - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  A shipping point is a location in the SAP system where goods are shipped from. It is used to determine the route and mode of transport for the goods. The shipping point is also used to determine the pricing and taxes applicable to the shipment. In SAP Sales and Distribution (SD), the shipping point is an organizational element that is assigned to a sales organization. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP SD, the shipping point is used to define the origin of goods for a particular sales order. It can be used to determine the route and mode of transport for the goods, as well as the pricing and taxes applicable to the shipment. The shipping point can also be used to define delivery schedules and other related information. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a sales order, it is important to ensure that the correct shipping point is selected. This will ensure that the correct route and mode of transport are determined, as well as the applicable pricing and taxes. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The shipping point is closely related to other organizational elements in SAP SD, such as plants, storage locations, and warehouses. It is important to understand how these elements interact with each other in order to ensure that goods are shipped correctly.