What is 'export contract number' in SAP SLL - Global Trade Services?

export contract number - Overview

• Component: SLL

• Component Name: Global Trade Services

• Description: Number that uniquely identifies an export contract concluded during processing trade.

export contract number - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Export contract number is a unique identifier assigned to an export contract in SAP Global Trade Services (GTS). It is used to track the progress of the export contract and to ensure that all documents related to the export are properly filed. The export contract number is also used to generate reports and to monitor the status of the export. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP GTS, the export contract number is generated when an export contract is created. This number can be found in the header of the export contract document. The export contract number can also be found in the “Export Contract” tab of the GTS application. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to keep track of the export contract number as it will be used for all future reference related to the export. It is also important to ensure that all documents related to the export are properly filed with the correct export contract number. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The export contract number is also used in other SAP applications such as SAP Materials Management (MM) and SAP Logistics Execution (LE). It is important to ensure that all documents related to the export are properly filed with the correct export contract number in these applications as well.