What is standard carrier alpha code in SAP TM-ADP-CSL - Container Shipping Line?

SAP Term: standard carrier alpha code

• Component: TM-ADP-CSL

• Component Name: Container Shipping Line

• Description: A unique code used by the USA to identify transportation companies. The code is comprised of a three-letter carrier code followed by a suffix that identifies the carrier’s equipment.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Standard Carrier Alpha Code (SCAC) is a unique two-to-four letter code used to identify transportation companies. It is used by the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) and the National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) to identify freight carriers in computer systems and shipping documents. The SCAC code is also used by customs authorities to identify the carrier of goods being imported or exported. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The SCAC code is used in SAP Transportation Management (TM) Advanced Delivery Processing (ADP) Container Shipping Line (CSL) component to identify the carrier of goods being shipped. The SCAC code is entered into the CSL component when creating a shipment order, and it is used to track the shipment throughout its journey. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When entering the SCAC code into the CSL component, make sure that it is entered correctly. Incorrectly entered codes can lead to delays in shipment processing and tracking. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The SCAC code can also be used in other SAP components such as Logistics Execution (LE), Warehouse Management (WM), and Extended Warehouse Management (EWM). It can also be used in other non-SAP systems such as EDI, WMS, and TMS.