What is ocean bill of lading in SAP TM-ADP-CSL-OTC - Order-to-cash for Container Shipping Liners?

SAP Term: ocean bill of lading

• Component: TM-ADP-CSL-OTC

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

• Description: A contract between a shipper and a carrier for the transportation of cargo overseas. It is also used as evidence of the receipt of the cargo by the carrier. A bill of lading shows ownership of the cargo and, if made negotiable, can be bought, sold, or traded while the goods are in transit.

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• Key Concepts: 
  An ocean bill of lading is a document used in the container shipping liner industry to record the details of a shipment. It is issued by the carrier and serves as a receipt for the goods, as well as a contract between the shipper and the carrier. The ocean bill of lading also serves as proof of ownership and is used to track the shipment from origin to destination. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The ocean bill of lading is used in SAP's TM-ADP-CSL-OTC Order-to-cash for Container Shipping Liners component. This component enables users to manage their container shipping liner operations, including creating and managing ocean bills of lading. The component also provides features such as tracking shipments, managing invoices, and generating reports. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating an ocean bill of lading in SAP's TM-ADP-CSL-OTC Order-to-cash for Container Shipping Liners component, make sure to include all relevant information such as the shipper's name, address, and contact information; the consignee's name, address, and contact information; and the details of the shipment (e.g., number of containers, type of cargo, etc.). 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on SAP's TM-ADP-CSL-OTC Order-to-cash for Container Shipping Liners component, please visit SAP's website at https://www.sap.com/products/tm-adp-csl-otc.html.