What is outer volume in SAP TM - Transportation Management?

SAP Term: outer volume

• Component: TM

• Component Name: Transportation Management

• Description: The space that a package, for example a pallet or a carton, consumes on a capacity, for example a truck.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Outer volume is a term used in SAP Transportation Management (TM). It is a measure of the total volume of goods that can be transported in a single shipment. It is calculated by multiplying the length, width, and height of the shipment. This measurement is used to determine the cost of shipping and the capacity of the vehicle used for transport. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP TM, outer volume is used to calculate the cost of shipping and the capacity of the vehicle used for transport. The outer volume is calculated by multiplying the length, width, and height of the shipment. This measurement can be used to determine if a shipment will fit in a certain vehicle or if additional vehicles will be needed. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When calculating outer volume, it is important to take into account any additional items that may be included in the shipment such as packaging materials or pallets. These items can increase the total outer volume and may require additional vehicles for transport. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Outer volume is related to other measurements such as gross weight and net weight. Gross weight is the total weight of a shipment including packaging materials and pallets, while net weight is the total weight of just the goods being shipped. Both measurements are important when calculating shipping costs and vehicle capacity.