What is stop duration in SAP TM - Transportation Management?

SAP Term: stop duration

• Component: TM

• Component Name: Transportation Management

• Description: The time required to load or unload a transportation resource at a location. The stop duration can be used to also account for preceding or succeeding activities such as completing paperwork and traveling through a depot.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Stop duration is a feature in SAP Transportation Management (TM) that allows users to define the amount of time a shipment will spend at a stop. This feature is used to plan and optimize transportation routes, as well as to calculate the total cost of a shipment. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Stop duration can be set up in the SAP TM system by defining the amount of time a shipment will spend at each stop. This can be done manually or automatically, depending on the user's preferences. The stop duration can also be adjusted based on the type of shipment and the route taken. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up stop duration, it is important to consider the type of shipment and the route taken. For example, if a shipment is traveling over long distances, it may require more time at each stop than if it were traveling shorter distances. Additionally, it is important to consider any potential delays that may occur during transit, such as traffic or weather-related issues. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Stop duration is an important feature in SAP TM that can help users optimize their transportation routes and reduce costs. Additionally, SAP TM also offers other features such as route optimization and freight cost calculation that can help users further optimize their transportation processes.