What is 'empty repositioning' in SAP TM - Transportation Management?

empty repositioning - Overview

• Component: TM

• Component Name: Transportation Management

• Description: The movement of transportation resources that contain no goods from one location to another. This is a means of correcting surpluses or deficits of transportation resources in particular locations.

empty repositioning - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Empty repositioning in SAP Transportation Management (TM) is the process of moving empty containers from one location to another. This is done to ensure that the right containers are available at the right place and time for loading and unloading goods. It also helps to reduce costs associated with transporting empty containers. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP TM, empty repositioning can be managed using the Empty Repositioning Cockpit. This cockpit provides an overview of all empty containers and their current locations. It also allows users to plan and execute repositioning activities, such as creating transport orders for empty containers and tracking their progress. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When planning empty repositioning activities, it is important to consider factors such as cost, availability of resources, and time constraints. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the right containers are being moved to the right locations in order to maximize efficiency. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on empty repositioning in SAP TM, please refer to the official SAP documentation here: https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_TRANSPORTATION_MANAGEMENT/9.6/en-US