What is 'forwarding document' in SAP TM - Transportation Management?

forwarding document - Overview

• Component: TM

• Component Name: Transportation Management

• Description: A business document in forwarding order management. A forwarding document can be a forwarding order or a forwarding quotation.

forwarding document - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  A forwarding document is a document used in SAP Transportation Management (TM) to record the details of a shipment. It contains information such as the origin and destination of the shipment, the type of goods being shipped, and the estimated time of arrival. The forwarding document is used to track the progress of a shipment and ensure that it is delivered on time.
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP TM, a forwarding document is created when a shipment is booked. The document contains all the necessary information about the shipment, such as the origin and destination, type of goods, estimated time of arrival, and any special instructions. Once the document is created, it can be used to track the progress of the shipment and ensure that it is delivered on time.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a forwarding document in SAP TM, make sure to include all relevant information about the shipment. This will help ensure that the shipment is delivered on time and without any issues. Additionally, make sure to keep track of any changes or updates to the forwarding document so that you can stay up-to-date on the status of your shipment.
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information about forwarding documents in SAP TM, please refer to SAP's official documentation on Transportation Management (https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_TM/9.6/en-US). Additionally, you can find more tips and tricks for using forwarding