What is transportation allocation in SAP TM - Transportation Management?

SAP Term: transportation allocation

• Component: TM

• Component Name: Transportation Management

• Description: The capacity as defined by quantity, buckets, means of transport, and transportation mode that is taken into account during carrier selection. A transportation allocation may specify the minimum and/or maximum quantities that a carrier can deliver within a bucket hard constraint during automatic carrier selection. For example, if a transportation allocation is defined for Germany with transportation mode "land", the allocation is valid only for a carrier'stransports within Germany that are to be executed with the transportation mode "land."

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• Key Concepts: 
  Transportation Allocation is a feature of SAP Transportation Management (TM) that allows users to assign transportation resources to shipments. It enables users to plan and optimize the use of transportation resources, such as carriers, vehicles, and drivers, for a given shipment. The allocation process takes into account the cost, capacity, and availability of the resources in order to determine the most efficient and cost-effective way to transport goods. 
  
  How to Use it: 
  Transportation Allocation can be used in a variety of ways. It can be used to assign carriers and vehicles to shipments, as well as to assign drivers to vehicles. It can also be used to plan routes for shipments and optimize the use of transportation resources. Additionally, it can be used to track the progress of shipments and monitor the performance of carriers and drivers. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using Transportation Allocation, it is important to consider the cost, capacity, and availability of transportation resources when making decisions. Additionally, it is important to consider the time frame for each shipment in order to ensure that shipments are delivered on time. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information about Transportation Allocation in SAP TM, please refer to the SAP Help Portal or contact your local SAP representative. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed information about how to use Transportation Allocation in SAP TM.