What is CT-e in SAP SLL-NFE - Nota Fiscal Electronica (NFe)?

SAP Term: CT-e

• Component: SLL-NFE

• Component Name: Nota Fiscal Electronica (NFe)

• Description: In Brazil, an electronic invoice for billing freight costs and their associated taxes. Similar to an NF-e, a CT-e must be authorized by the government before it can be used for shipment. In Portuguese, this is known as "Conhecimento de Transporte Eletrônico". It has a printed version called a DACTE.

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• Key Concepts: 
  CT-e stands for Conhecimento de Transporte Eletrônico, which is an electronic document used to register the transportation of goods in Brazil. It is a mandatory document for all freight transport operations in Brazil and is issued by the Brazilian Federal Revenue Service (SLL-NFE Nota Fiscal Electronica). 
  
  How to use it: 
  The CT-e must be issued before the start of the freight transport operation and must be presented to the Brazilian Federal Revenue Service upon request. The document must include information about the goods being transported, such as the type of goods, quantity, weight, and value. It must also include information about the carrier, such as name, address, and tax identification number. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When issuing a CT-e, it is important to ensure that all information is accurate and up-to-date. This will help to avoid any delays or fines from the Brazilian Federal Revenue Service. Additionally, it is important to keep a copy of the CT-e for your records in case it is requested by the Brazilian Federal Revenue Service at a later date. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The CT-e is part of the SLL-NFE Nota Fiscal Electronica system, which is an electronic system used to register and track freight transport operations in Brazil. The system also includes other documents such as the DANFE (Documento Auxiliar da Nota Fiscal Eletrônica) and the NF-e (Nota Fiscal Eletrônica).