What is consolidated container in SAP TM-ADP-CSL - Container Shipping Line?

SAP Term: consolidated container

• Component: TM-ADP-CSL

• Component Name: Container Shipping Line

• Description: A container stuffed with several shipments from different shippers, for delivery to one or more consignees.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A consolidated container is a type of container shipping line used in SAP Transportation Management (TM). It is a combination of multiple shipments that are grouped together and shipped as one unit. This allows for cost savings and improved efficiency in the transportation process. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP TM, consolidated containers are used to combine multiple shipments into one container. This allows for cost savings and improved efficiency in the transportation process. The consolidated container can be created manually or automatically, depending on the requirements of the customer. The consolidated container can also be used to track the progress of the shipments and provide visibility into the status of each shipment. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a consolidated container, it is important to ensure that all of the shipments are compatible with each other. This will help to ensure that the container is properly loaded and unloaded at each stop along its route. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all of the shipments are properly labeled and tracked so that they can be easily identified when they arrive at their destination. 
  
  Related Information: 
  SAP TM provides a variety of features and tools to help manage consolidated containers. These include tools for creating, tracking, and managing consolidated containers, as well as tools for monitoring their progress throughout their journey. Additionally, SAP TM provides tools for analyzing the performance of consolidated containers and identifying areas for improvement.