What is gross weight cargo in SAP TM-ADP-CSL-OTC - Order-to-cash for Container Shipping Liners?

SAP Term: gross weight cargo

• Component: TM-ADP-CSL-OTC

• Component Name: Order-to-cash for Container Shipping Liners

• Description: The total weight of the commodity including packaging but excluding the container tare. It is measured either in kilograms kg or in pounds lbs.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Gross weight cargo is a term used in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) component, specifically in the Order-to-cash for Container Shipping Liners (TM-ADP-CSL-OTC) module. It refers to the total weight of a shipment, including the weight of the cargo itself and any packaging materials. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In the TM-ADP-CSL-OTC module, gross weight cargo is used to calculate the cost of a shipment. This cost is based on the total weight of the shipment, including any packaging materials. The gross weight cargo can be entered manually or automatically calculated by the system. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When entering gross weight cargo manually, it is important to ensure that all packaging materials are included in the calculation. This will ensure that the cost of the shipment is accurate and that no additional charges are incurred. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The gross weight cargo is just one factor used to calculate the cost of a shipment in SAP TM. Other factors include volume, distance, and type of cargo. Additionally, there are various discounts and surcharges that can be applied to shipments based on certain criteria.