What is transportation zone in SAP SD - Sales and Distribution?

SAP Term: transportation zone

• Component: SD

• Component Name: Sales and Distribution

• Description: A zone where the ship-to party is located and that is used by the system as a factor for determining the route. For example, transportation zones can be defined according to postal code areas.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A transportation zone is a geographical area that is used to define the area in which a customer or vendor is located. It is used in SAP Sales and Distribution (SD) to determine the shipping costs and delivery times for goods. The transportation zone is also used to determine the pricing of goods and services. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP SD, transportation zones are used to define the area in which a customer or vendor is located. This information is then used to determine the shipping costs and delivery times for goods. The transportation zone can also be used to determine the pricing of goods and services. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up a transportation zone, it is important to ensure that all relevant information is included. This includes the geographical area, the shipping costs, and any other relevant information that may affect the pricing of goods and services. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Transportation zones are closely related to other concepts such as shipping points, delivery points, and freight carriers. It is important to understand how these concepts interact with each other in order to ensure that the correct shipping costs and delivery times are calculated.