What is 'cost assignment base' in SAP TM - Transportation Management?

cost assignment base - Overview

• Component: TM

• Component Name: Transportation Management

• Description: An entity that serves as a basis for breaking down costs to the appropriate proportion so that they can be allocated correctly. These entities include weight, volume, or number of items.

cost assignment base - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Cost Assignment Base is a feature in SAP Transportation Management (TM) that allows users to assign costs to different cost objects. This feature enables users to track and analyze the costs associated with their transportation operations. It also helps users to identify areas where they can reduce costs and improve efficiency. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Cost Assignment Base in SAP TM can be used to assign costs to different cost objects such as carriers, routes, and shipments. Users can also assign costs to specific activities such as loading, unloading, and delivery. The cost assignment base feature allows users to track and analyze the costs associated with their transportation operations. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the Cost Assignment Base feature in SAP TM, it is important to ensure that all costs are accurately assigned. This will help users identify areas where they can reduce costs and improve efficiency. Additionally, it is important to regularly review the cost assignment base to ensure that all costs are up-to-date and accurate. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on Cost Assignment Base in SAP TM, please refer to the official SAP documentation here: https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_TM/9.6/en-US/f8d7f3a2b7c14e8a9f3d5f2b7c1e4d6a.html