What is 'local item' in SAP TM - Transportation Management?

local item - Overview

• Component: TM

• Component Name: Transportation Management

• Description: An item in a business document for which no dedicated business document exists. Example A consignment order item in a road freight order A package item in a package unit A container item in an ocean freight booking

local item - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Local item is a term used in SAP Transportation Management (TM). It is a type of item that is used to represent a shipment or a delivery. It is created in the system when a shipment is created and it contains all the information related to the shipment, such as the origin, destination, and other details. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP TM, local items are used to track shipments and deliveries. They are created when a shipment is created and they contain all the information related to the shipment. This information can be used to track the progress of the shipment and ensure that it is delivered on time. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a local item in SAP TM, it is important to ensure that all the necessary information is included. This will help ensure that the shipment can be tracked accurately and that any issues can be addressed quickly. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Local items are just one of many features available in SAP TM. Other features include freight cost calculation, route optimization, and freight document management. All of these features work together to provide an efficient and effective transportation management system.