What is 'merchant haulage' in SAP TM-ADP-CSL - Container Shipping Line?

merchant haulage - Overview

• Component: TM-ADP-CSL

• Component Name: Container Shipping Line

• Description: A designation in a booking. It indicates if the customer is responsible for pre-carriage transportation or on-carriage transportation, or for both.

merchant haulage - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Merchant haulage is a type of transportation service provided by a third-party carrier, such as a shipping line, to move goods from one place to another. In the SAP Transportation Management (TM) system, the component TM-ADP-CSL Container Shipping Line is used to manage merchant haulage services. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The TM-ADP-CSL Container Shipping Line component allows users to manage the entire process of merchant haulage services, from booking and scheduling to tracking and invoicing. It also provides features such as rate management, route optimization, and shipment tracking. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the TM-ADP-CSL Container Shipping Line component, it is important to ensure that all relevant information is entered accurately and completely. This will help ensure that the merchant haulage process runs smoothly and efficiently. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on the TM-ADP-CSL Container Shipping Line component, please refer to the SAP Help Portal or contact your local SAP representative.