What is 'association class' in SAP TM - Transportation Management?

association class - Overview

• Component: TM

• Component Name: Transportation Management

• Description: A programming technique that communicates between two or more object entities.

association class - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  An association class in SAP Transportation Management (TM) is a type of object that is used to link two other objects together. It is used to define relationships between objects, such as between a customer and a shipment, or between a shipment and a route. Association classes are used to store additional information about the relationship between the two objects, such as the cost of the shipment or the estimated delivery time. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP TM, an association class can be created by selecting the “Create Association Class” option from the menu. This will open a window where you can enter the details of the association class, such as the name, description, and type of relationship. Once you have entered all of the necessary information, you can save the association class and it will be available for use in your SAP TM system. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating an association class in SAP TM, it is important to make sure that all of the necessary information is entered correctly. This includes making sure that all of the fields are filled out correctly and that any additional information is accurate. Additionally, it is important to make sure that any relationships between objects are defined correctly so that they can be used properly in your system. 
  
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