What is 'in-service date' in SAP TM - Transportation Management?

in-service date - Overview

• Component: TM

• Component Name: Transportation Management

• Description: The first day something is available for use.

in-service date - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  In-service date is a term used in SAP Transportation Management (TM). It is the date when a shipment is expected to be ready for delivery. This date is used to plan and manage the transportation of goods from one location to another. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP TM, the in-service date is used to plan and manage the transportation of goods. It helps to determine the expected delivery date of a shipment and can be used to track the progress of a shipment. The in-service date can also be used to calculate the cost of a shipment, as well as to determine the availability of resources for a shipment. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting an in-service date, it is important to consider factors such as the availability of resources, the cost of transportation, and any potential delays that may occur. It is also important to ensure that the in-service date is realistic and achievable. 
  
  Related Information: 
  In SAP TM, the in-service date is closely related to other terms such as estimated time of arrival (ETA), estimated time of departure (ETD), and estimated time of completion (ETC). These terms are all used to plan and manage the transportation of goods.