Freight Order Types

Use Freight Order Types to control how Freight Orders are created and managed.

A type defines numbering, status behavior, and cost behavior for carrier execution documents.

Before you start

Make sure that:

  • a status profile exists for Freight Orders,
  • number series are configured,
  • charge and cost distribution rules are agreed with finance,
  • TMS Setup points to the correct default Freight Order Type.

How to create a Freight Order Type

  1. Search for Freight Order Types.
  2. Choose New.
  3. Enter a code and description.
  4. Select the Default Status Profile.
  5. Confirm the Default Status Code.
  6. Turn on charge calculation or cost distribution when your process uses it.
  7. Select the No. Series.
  8. Save the type and test it by creating a Freight Order.

Fields that matter most

Field Why it matters
Code Identifies the type users and setup records select.
Description Helps users choose the correct execution type.
Default Status Profile Controls Freight Order workflow and allowed actions.
Default Status Code Sets the first status on new Freight Orders.
Enable Charge Calculation Allows calculated charges for Freight Orders of this type.
Enable Cost Distribution Allows cost distribution across related lines or documents.
No. Series Assigns Freight Order numbers.

Good to know

  • Keep the number of Freight Order Types small.
  • Use different types only when workflow, numbering, or cost behavior is truly different.
  • A missing number series can block Freight Order creation.
  • A wrong status profile can make actions disappear from the Freight Order.

Troubleshooting

Problem What to check
New Freight Order has no number Check No. Series on the type and number series setup.
Wrong status appears Check Default Status Profile and Default Status Code.
Charge calculation does not run Check Enable Charge Calculation and charge setup.
Cost distribution is unavailable Check Enable Cost Distribution, permissions, and settlement setup.