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

SAP Term: master bill of lading

• 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. A master bill of lading contains one or more bills of lading from one or more shippers.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A master bill of lading (MBL) is a document used in SAP Transportation Management (TM) to manage the transportation of goods. It is a legal document that serves as a contract between the shipper and the carrier, and it contains information about the shipment, such as the origin, destination, and type of goods being shipped. The MBL also serves as a record of the shipment and can be used to track its progress. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP TM, the MBL is used to create a shipment order. This order contains all the necessary information about the shipment, such as the origin, destination, and type of goods being shipped. The MBL is then used to track the progress of the shipment and ensure that it is delivered on time. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating an MBL 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 without any delays or issues. Additionally, it is important to keep track of any changes made to the MBL during the course of the shipment. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The MBL is closely related to other documents used in SAP TM, such as waybills and house bills of lading. Waybills are documents that contain information about each individual leg of a shipment, while house bills of lading are documents that contain information about multiple shipments being sent from one origin to one destination.