What is rate fetch quantity in SAP (TM - Transportation Management)?

SAP Term: rate fetch quantity

• Component: TM

• Component Name: Transportation Management

• Description: The quantity that is used to retrieve the rate from the rate table for the transportation charge calculation. It can differ from the original order quantity due to rounding rules, adjustments, and so on.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Rate fetch quantity is a feature in SAP Transportation Management (TM) that allows users to define the quantity of a shipment that will be used to calculate the freight rate. This feature is useful for customers who need to ship multiple items with different weights and dimensions, as it allows them to define the quantity of each item that will be used to calculate the freight rate. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the rate fetch quantity feature in SAP TM, users must first define the shipment and its associated items. Once this is done, they can then specify the quantity of each item that will be used to calculate the freight rate. This can be done by entering the quantity in the “Rate Fetch Quantity” field for each item. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the rate fetch quantity feature, it is important to ensure that the quantities entered are accurate. This is because incorrect quantities can lead to inaccurate freight rates, which can result in unexpected costs or delays. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on how to use the rate fetch quantity feature in SAP TM, please refer to the official SAP documentation.