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What happens when empty provisioning and return is requested for cargo carrying containers?
What happens when empty provisioning and return is requested for cargo carrying containers?
If the ordering party organizes the pickup of an empty container, what is the planning stage set to?
If the ordering party organizes the pickup of an empty container, what is the planning stage set to?
What is the block reason assigned to a container unit created for empty provisioning and return?
What is the block reason assigned to a container unit created for empty provisioning and return?
What must be adjusted in the freight unit building rule for railcar units?
What must be adjusted in the freight unit building rule for railcar units?
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Which units are currently not supported for empty provisioning and return?
Which units are currently not supported for empty provisioning and return?
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What is the primary purpose of a gateway in transportation?
What is the primary purpose of a gateway in transportation?
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Along with empty containers, what additional functionality is mentioned in the context of forwarding orders?
Along with empty containers, what additional functionality is mentioned in the context of forwarding orders?
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Which schedule allows the definition of transportation stops served by a ship?
Which schedule allows the definition of transportation stops served by a ship?
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How does the ordering party communicate the pickup of the empty container in the forwarding order?
How does the ordering party communicate the pickup of the empty container in the forwarding order?
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What is the main reason for differentiating empty container units for provisioning only?
What is the main reason for differentiating empty container units for provisioning only?
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What factors does the system calculate when generating departures?
What factors does the system calculate when generating departures?
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What can be defined for each stop in the carrier schedules?
What can be defined for each stop in the carrier schedules?
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What is NOT an item that can be assigned to a schedule type in SAP TM?
What is NOT an item that can be assigned to a schedule type in SAP TM?
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What is the primary role of a freight forwarder?
What is the primary role of a freight forwarder?
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Which of the following describes international freight forwarders?
Which of the following describes international freight forwarders?
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What type of logistics provider is referred to as 3PL?
What type of logistics provider is referred to as 3PL?
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Which document is typically reviewed by a freight forwarder?
Which document is typically reviewed by a freight forwarder?
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Which of these statements regarding freight forwarders is incorrect?
Which of these statements regarding freight forwarders is incorrect?
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Which carrier types are typically utilized by freight forwarders?
Which carrier types are typically utilized by freight forwarders?
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What is a defining characteristic of a forwarder compared to a carrier?
What is a defining characteristic of a forwarder compared to a carrier?
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Which of the following is NOT a service typically offered by logistics service providers?
Which of the following is NOT a service typically offered by logistics service providers?
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What is the primary benefit of using a forwarding order template?
What is the primary benefit of using a forwarding order template?
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Which of the following is NOT a feature of a forwarding order template?
Which of the following is NOT a feature of a forwarding order template?
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How can forwarding order templates and forwarding orders be differentiated?
How can forwarding order templates and forwarding orders be differentiated?
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What limitation exists when using forwarding order templates for planning?
What limitation exists when using forwarding order templates for planning?
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What is created when the customer accepts the offer in the forwarding quotation process?
What is created when the customer accepts the offer in the forwarding quotation process?
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What type of information can be entered and saved in a forwarding order template?
What type of information can be entered and saved in a forwarding order template?
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Which of the following statements is true about forwarding order templates and forwarding quotations?
Which of the following statements is true about forwarding order templates and forwarding quotations?
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What role does the LSP play after the customer accepts the forwarding quotation?
What role does the LSP play after the customer accepts the forwarding quotation?
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What is NOT a function of the forwarding quotation in the planning process?
What is NOT a function of the forwarding quotation in the planning process?
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What does a forwarding order template lack compared to a standard forwarding order?
What does a forwarding order template lack compared to a standard forwarding order?
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How are charges calculated in the forwarding quotation process?
How are charges calculated in the forwarding quotation process?
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What must be done when a customer orders a transport for a specific date?
What must be done when a customer orders a transport for a specific date?
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What must occur for the LSP to create a forwarding order from a forwarding quotation?
What must occur for the LSP to create a forwarding order from a forwarding quotation?
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What happens to the charges if the forwarding order's charge calculation is set to run automatically?
What happens to the charges if the forwarding order's charge calculation is set to run automatically?
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What type of management is used for calculating charges in the forwarding quotations?
What type of management is used for calculating charges in the forwarding quotations?
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What is the purpose of assigning forwarding quotation types in Customizing?
What is the purpose of assigning forwarding quotation types in Customizing?
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Study Notes
Freight Forwarding Process
- Freight forwarders are third-party logistics providers (3PL) that organize shipments for individuals or other companies.
- They provide a full suite of logistics services, including transportation, warehousing, and customs brokerage.
- They typically arrange cargo movements to an international destination.
- International freight forwarders have expertise in preparing and processing documentation for international shipments.
Forwarding Orders
- Forwarding orders are created in SAP Transportation Management (TM) to manage the logistics of a shipment.
- Once a customer accepts a freight forwarding quotation, a forwarding order is created.
- The forwarding order includes information about the shipment, including the origin and destination, the mode of transport, and the delivery date.
- The customer may request the return of empty containers.
- The system can automatically create separate container units for empty containers based on rules.
- The freight unit building rule needs to be adjusted to create rail car units, in case of rail transportation.
Calculating Charges
- Charges for forwarding orders can be calculated based on a customer's request.
- The charges can be calculated based on the transportation charge management setup.
- You can manually enter the charges.
- You can also have the system automatically calculate the charges.
Forwarding Order Templates
- Forwarding orders can be created from templates to save time.
- Templates provide data entry for key fields of the forwarding order that repeat for different shipments.
- Templates do not include dates.
- The system copies the template data to the forwarding order.
- You cannot perform follow-up activities, such as charge calculations, or HBL number drawing on a template.
Carrier Schedules
- Carrier schedules standardize transport stops by using a system that provides the following information:
- Ocean Carrier Schedule: A sequence of transportation stops for a ship.
- Carrier Flight Schedule: A sequence of transportation stops for a plane.
- Road Schedule: A sequence of transportation stops for a truck.
Departure Calendar
- You can generate voyages, flights, and departures automatically.
- The system takes into account transit duration, cut-off times, and goods availability.
- You can also modify a voyage or departure.
- You can define the following durations and times for each stop:
- Transit duration
- Length of stay
- Cargo cut-off time
- Availability time
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Explore the essential elements of the freight forwarding process, including the roles and responsibilities of freight forwarders, the logistics services they provide, and how forwarding orders are managed in SAP Transportation Management. This quiz will cover both domestic and international aspects of freight forwarding, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the industry.
