What is fallback document in SAP SRD-SCM-FTM - SCM-Foreign Trade Management?

SAP Term: fallback document

• Component: SRD-SCM-FTM

• Component Name: SCM-Foreign Trade Management

• Description: The single administrative document SAD that is printed if electronic communication with the customs office is not possible.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A fallback document is a document used in SAP Foreign Trade Management (FTM) to replace a missing or incomplete document. It is used to ensure that all necessary documents are available for export and import processes. The fallback document is created automatically when the original document is missing or incomplete. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP FTM, the fallback document can be used to replace a missing or incomplete document. To do this, the user must first create a fallback document in the system. This can be done by selecting the “Create Fallback Document” option from the menu. Once the fallback document has been created, it can be used to replace the missing or incomplete document. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a fallback document, it is important to ensure that all necessary information is included in the document. This includes the name of the exporter, the name of the importer, and any other relevant information. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all documents are properly signed and dated before they are submitted for export or import processes. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on SAP FTM and fallback documents, please refer to SAP’s official documentation on Foreign Trade Management. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed instructions on how to use SAP FTM and create fallback documents.