What is 'house bill of lading' in SAP TM - Transportation Management?

house bill of lading - Overview

• Component: TM

• Component Name: Transportation Management

• Description: A summary of information about the shipper, the carrier, the consignee, the goods, and the agreed-upon terms in the transportation of goods. The document is issued by a logistics service provider to a shipper.

house bill of lading - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  House Bill of Lading (HBL) is a document used in the Transportation Management (TM) component of SAP. It is a legal document that serves as a receipt for goods shipped by a carrier, and it also serves as evidence of the contract between the shipper and the carrier. The HBL contains information about the shipment, such as the origin and destination, the type of goods being shipped, and the terms of delivery. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP TM, HBLs are created when a shipment is created. The HBL contains all the necessary information about the shipment, such as the origin and destination, the type of goods being shipped, and the terms of delivery. The HBL can then be used to track the shipment and ensure that it is delivered on time and in accordance with the terms of delivery. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating an HBL in SAP TM, it is important to ensure that all information is accurate and up-to-date. This will help to ensure that the shipment is delivered on time and in accordance with the terms of delivery. Additionally, it is important to keep track of all HBLs in order to ensure that all shipments are accounted for. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information about House Bills of Lading in SAP TM, please refer to SAP Help Portal or contact