What is movement type in SAP TM - Transportation Management?

SAP Term: movement type

• Component: TM

• Component Name: Transportation Management

• Description: An attribute that specifies the stages for which a logistics service provider LSP is responsible. The LSP organizes the transportation of cargo for these stages. Furthermore, the movement type specifies which stage types are valid for the business document. You define movement types in Customizing.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A movement type is a key component of SAP Transportation Management (TM). It is used to define the type of goods movement that is taking place, such as a goods receipt, goods issue, or transfer posting. Movement types are also used to control the system behavior during the goods movement process. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP TM, movement types are used to define the type of goods movement that is taking place. This includes defining the type of document that will be created, the account assignment, and the posting rules. Movement types can also be used to control the system behavior during the goods movement process. For example, a movement type can be used to determine whether a goods receipt should be posted automatically or manually. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a new movement type in SAP TM, it is important to consider how it will be used and what kind of document it will create. It is also important to consider what account assignment and posting rules should be associated with the movement type. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on movement types in SAP TM, please refer to the official SAP documentation at https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_TM/9.6/en-US.