What is freight booking in SAP TM - Transportation Management?

SAP Term: freight booking

• Component: TM

• Component Name: Transportation Management

• Description: An order whose execution is planned by a carrier, for example, a shipowner. The freight booking contains the plan for the logistical processing, for example, fixed departure times of the ship.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Freight booking is a process in SAP Transportation Management (TM) that allows users to book freight services from carriers. It involves creating a freight order, which is a document that contains all the necessary information for the carrier to provide the service. This includes the origin and destination of the shipment, the type of service required, and any special instructions. The freight order is then sent to the carrier, who will confirm the booking and provide an estimated delivery date. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP TM, users can create a freight order by entering all the necessary information into the system. This includes the origin and destination of the shipment, the type of service required, and any special instructions. Once all the information has been entered, users can send the freight order to the carrier for confirmation. The carrier will then confirm the booking and provide an estimated delivery date. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a freight order in SAP TM, it is important to double-check all information before sending it to the carrier. This will ensure that there are no errors or omissions that could delay or disrupt the shipment. Additionally, it is important to keep track of all freight orders in order to monitor their progress and ensure that they are delivered on time. 
  
  Related Information: 
  SAP TM also provides other features related to freight booking such as rate management, route optimization, and tracking & tracing. Additionally, SAP TM integrates with other SAP modules such as Sales & Distribution (SD) and Materials Management (MM) to provide a comprehensive view of transportation processes.