What is detention in transit in SAP TM-ADP-CSL - Container Shipping Line?

SAP Term: detention in transit

• Component: TM-ADP-CSL

• Component Name: Container Shipping Line

• Description: A customer-requested delay in the transportation of their cargo where the cargo remains at a named location for a longer than normal period. For example, cargo is usually transshipped at a transshipment port within a maximum of seven 7 days, but a customer could request that the cargo be held there for a minimum of 14 days.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Detention in transit is a term used in the Container Shipping Line (CSL) component of SAP Transportation Management (TM). It refers to the situation where a container is held by a carrier for an extended period of time, resulting in additional costs for the shipper. This can occur due to delays in loading or unloading, or due to the carrier not being able to deliver the container on time.
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP TM-ADP-CSL, detention in transit can be tracked and monitored using the Detention Monitor. This monitor allows users to view all containers that are currently being detained, as well as those that have been detained in the past. The monitor also provides information on the duration of detention, the cost associated with it, and any other relevant details.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to keep track of detention in transit, as it can have a significant impact on costs. To minimize detention costs, it is important to ensure that containers are loaded and unloaded on time, and that carriers are able to deliver them on schedule. Additionally, it is important to negotiate with carriers for lower detention rates.
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on detention in transit and how to manage it in SAP TM-ADP-CSL, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are several third-party resources available that provide further information and tips on managing detention costs.