What is deadline for shipper decision in SAP TM - Transportation Management?

SAP Term: deadline for shipper decision

• Component: TM

• Component Name: Transportation Management

• Description: The date by which you request your shipper to accept or reject your proposed rate changes.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Deadline for shipper decision is a feature in SAP Transportation Management (TM) that allows shippers to set a deadline for when they must make a decision on a shipment. This deadline is used to ensure that the shipper has enough time to review the shipment and make an informed decision. The deadline can be set by the shipper or by the system, depending on the requirements of the shipment. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The deadline for shipper decision can be set in SAP TM by navigating to the “Shipment” tab and selecting “Deadline for Shipper Decision”. From there, you can enter the desired date and time for when the shipper must make their decision. Once the deadline is set, it will be displayed in the shipment overview and will be used to ensure that the shipper has enough time to review and make an informed decision. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting a deadline for shipper decision, it is important to consider how much time is needed for the shipper to review and make an informed decision. If the deadline is too short, it may not give them enough time to properly review the shipment. On the other hand, if it is too long, it may cause delays in processing the shipment. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on setting deadlines for shipper decisions in SAP TM, please refer to SAP’s official documentation on this topic. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide tips and tricks on how to effectively use this feature in SAP TM.