What is section in SAP TM - Transportation Management?

SAP Term: section

• Component: TM

• Component Name: Transportation Management

• Description: A set of measurements specifying a three-dimensional space. Sections are used for specifying the dimensions of a cargo body or split deck.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Section is a term used in SAP Transportation Management (TM) to refer to a specific area of the transportation network. It is used to define the route of a shipment, and can be used to group shipments together for easier management. Sections are typically defined by geographical boundaries, such as countries, states, or cities. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP TM, sections are used to define the route of a shipment. When creating a shipment, the user will need to specify the origin and destination sections. This will determine the route that the shipment will take and any associated costs. Sections can also be used to group shipments together for easier management. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a shipment in SAP TM, it is important to ensure that the origin and destination sections are correctly specified. This will ensure that the shipment takes the most efficient route and that any associated costs are accurately calculated. 
  
  Related Information: 
  SAP TM also allows users to define transportation lanes, which are used to define preferred routes for shipments. Transportation lanes can be used in conjunction with sections to ensure that shipments take the most efficient route possible.