What is transportation lane in SAP TM - Transportation Management?

SAP Term: transportation lane

• Component: TM

• Component Name: Transportation Management

• Description: A relationship between two locations, two transportation zones or a combination of locations and zones that expresses the direct reachability of the locations, or of all locations within the zones for a specific means of transport.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A transportation lane is a route that is used to transport goods from one location to another. It is a part of the SAP Transportation Management (TM) component and is used to define the route, cost, and time for a shipment. The lane can be used to plan and optimize shipments, as well as to track and monitor them. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Transportation lanes are created in the SAP TM system by defining the origin and destination locations, as well as the mode of transport (e.g. truck, rail, air). The cost and time associated with each leg of the journey can then be calculated. Once the lane is created, it can be used to plan and optimize shipments, as well as to track and monitor them. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a transportation lane, it is important to consider the cost and time associated with each leg of the journey. This will help ensure that the most efficient route is chosen for each shipment. Additionally, it is important to consider any potential delays or disruptions that may occur along the route. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on SAP Transportation Management (TM), please refer to the official SAP documentation: https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_TRANSPORTATION_MANAGEMENT/9.0/en-US