What is 'total gross weight' in SAP TM-ADP-CSL - Container Shipping Line?

total gross weight - Overview

• Component: TM-ADP-CSL

• Component Name: Container Shipping Line

• Description: The total weight of the commodity goods and packaging and the equipment freight car or container transporting the commodity. It is equivalent to the sum of the cargo gross weight and the tare weight, and it is measured either in kilograms kg or in pounds lbs.

total gross weight - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Total gross weight is a term used in the Container Shipping Line (CSL) component of SAP Transportation Management (TM). It is the total weight of a shipment, including the weight of the container, cargo, and any other items included in the shipment. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Total gross weight is used to calculate the cost of shipping a shipment. It is also used to determine the size and type of container needed for a shipment. The total gross weight can be calculated by adding up the weights of all items in the shipment. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When calculating total gross weight, it is important to include all items in the shipment, including any packaging materials or other items that may be included. This will ensure that the total gross weight is accurate and that the cost of shipping is calculated correctly. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The CSL component of SAP TM also includes other terms related to shipping, such as net weight, tare weight, and volumetric weight. These terms are used to calculate the cost of shipping a shipment and are important for ensuring accurate shipping costs.