What is stop sequence in SAP TM - Transportation Management?

SAP Term: stop sequence

• Component: TM

• Component Name: Transportation Management

• Description: An object that consists of a start stop, a destination stop, and a number of intermediate stops. Each stop of the stop sequence can be a location or a transportation zone. Each intermediate stop of the stop sequence can be classified as optional or mandatory.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Stop Sequence is a feature in SAP Transportation Management (TM) that allows users to define the order of stops for a shipment. It is used to determine the sequence of stops for a shipment, such as loading, unloading, and intermediate stops. The stop sequence also determines the order in which the freight charges are calculated. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the Stop Sequence feature in SAP TM, users must first define the stop sequence in the system. This can be done by creating a new stop sequence or by copying an existing one. Once the stop sequence is defined, it can be assigned to a shipment. The system will then calculate the freight charges based on the order of stops defined in the stop sequence. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When defining a stop sequence, it is important to consider the order of stops and how they will affect the freight charges. For example, if a shipment has multiple loading and unloading stops, it may be beneficial to group them together in order to reduce the overall freight cost. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The Stop Sequence feature is closely related to other features in SAP TM such as Freight Costing and Route Determination. These features are used to calculate freight costs and determine optimal routes for shipments, respectively.