What is location determination rule in SAP TM-TRP - SAP Transportation Resource Planning?

SAP Term: location determination rule

• Component: TM-TRP

• Component Name: SAP Transportation Resource Planning

• Description: A rule that determines the optimal pick-up or return locations for transportation units.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Location determination rule is a feature of SAP Transportation Resource Planning (TM-TRP) that allows users to define rules for determining the location of goods and services. The rules are based on criteria such as the origin and destination of the goods, the type of goods, and the mode of transport. The rules can be used to determine the most cost-effective route for transporting goods and services.
  
  How to use it: 
  Location determination rules can be created in TM-TRP by selecting the “Create Location Determination Rule” option from the menu. The user will then be prompted to enter criteria such as origin and destination, type of goods, and mode of transport. Once the criteria have been entered, the user can then define a rule for determining the location of goods and services. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating location determination rules, it is important to consider all possible scenarios that may arise when transporting goods and services. This will ensure that the most cost-effective route is chosen for each shipment. Additionally, it is important to keep in mind that location determination rules can be modified at any time if needed. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on location determination rules in TM-TRP, please refer to SAP’s official documentation on the topic. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed tutorials on how to create and manage location determination rules in TM-TRP.