What is marketing carrier in SAP TM - Transportation Management?

SAP Term: marketing carrier

• Component: TM

• Component Name: Transportation Management

• Description: An airline that offers a codeshare flight but does not execute the flight itself.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A marketing carrier is a type of transportation service provider in SAP Transportation Management (TM). It is responsible for the marketing and sales of transportation services, such as freight forwarding, warehousing, and other related services. The marketing carrier is the main contact point between the customer and the transportation service provider. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP TM, the marketing carrier is used to define the services that are offered by a particular transportation service provider. This includes the type of services offered, pricing, and other related information. The marketing carrier can also be used to manage customer relationships and track customer orders. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up a marketing carrier in SAP TM, it is important to ensure that all relevant information is entered accurately. This includes the type of services offered, pricing, and other related information. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all customer orders are tracked accurately in order to ensure that customers receive their orders on time. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information about setting up a marketing carrier in SAP TM, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed instructions on how to set up a marketing carrier in SAP TM.