What is calculation profile in SAP TM - Transportation Management?

SAP Term: calculation profile

• Component: TM

• Component Name: Transportation Management

• Description: A central location containing a set of customizable settings the system uses when calculating transportation charges, such as the following: Calculation date type Calculation level Agreement and calculation sheet determination rules Default dimensional weight profile If you do not define a calculation profile, the system uses the default settings to calculate the charges. You can assign a calculation profile to an organizational unit or to a business partner role. If you assign the calculation profile to both, the system applies the calculation profile for the business partner role.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Calculation profiles in SAP Transportation Management (TM) are used to define the parameters for calculating freight costs. They are used to determine the cost of a shipment based on the weight, volume, and distance of the shipment. The calculation profile also includes other factors such as surcharges, discounts, and taxes. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Calculation profiles are created in the SAP TM system and can be used to calculate freight costs for a variety of scenarios. The profile can be used to calculate the cost of a single shipment or multiple shipments. The profile can also be used to calculate the cost of a shipment based on different criteria such as weight, volume, and distance. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a calculation profile in SAP TM, it is important to consider all of the factors that may affect the cost of a shipment. This includes surcharges, discounts, taxes, and other factors that may affect the cost of a shipment. It is also important to consider how these factors may change over time and adjust the calculation profile accordingly. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on calculation profiles in SAP TM, please refer to the SAP Help Portal or contact your local SAP representative. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed information on how to create and use calculation profiles in SAP TM.