What is platform split deck in SAP TM - Transportation Management?

SAP Term: platform split deck

• Component: TM

• Component Name: Transportation Management

• Description: A type of shelf formed by a continuous floor onto which goods are placed. A platform split deck is used in a double-deck resource, such as a truck or container, and provides a second loading deck to increase resource utilization.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Platform split deck is a feature of SAP Transportation Management (TM) that allows users to divide their transportation network into multiple platforms. This allows users to manage different parts of their transportation network separately, while still having a unified view of the entire network. The platform split deck feature also enables users to optimize their transportation costs by allowing them to assign different transportation providers to different platforms. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the platform split deck feature, users must first create a platform in the TM system. This can be done by selecting the “Platforms” tab in the TM system and then clicking “Create Platform”. Once the platform is created, users can assign different transportation providers to each platform. This can be done by selecting the “Providers” tab in the TM system and then selecting the desired provider for each platform. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the platform split deck feature, it is important to remember that each platform must have at least one provider assigned to it. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all providers assigned to a particular platform are compatible with each other. This will ensure that all shipments are handled efficiently and cost-effectively. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on how to use the platform split deck feature in SAP Transportation Management, please refer to the official SAP documentation here: https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_TM/9.6/en-US/f8d7f3a2b7c14e8a9f3d5f2b1e4d7c2a.html