SAP C_S4TM_2023 SAP Certified Associate - SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition, Transportation Management Exam Practice Test

In SAP S/4HANA Transportation Management, conditions are used to determine objects or settings based on specific rules. According to the SAP documentation, the origins of conditions include:

Direct business object access (A): Conditions can directly access business objects (e.g., freight orders or freight units) to retrieve data for rule evaluation, such as determining a freight agreement based on attributes like source location.

BRFplus decision table (C): BRFplus (Business Rule Framework plus) decision tables are used as a condition origin to define complex rules in a tabular format, enabling dynamic determination of objects like rate tables or carriers.

The other options are incorrect:

Determination class (B)is not a valid origin for conditions; it may be used in custom coding but not in standard condition configuration.

Data crawler (D)is used for extracting data for reporting or analytics, not as a condition origin for rule determination.

In SAP S/4HANA Transportation Management, when carriers have fixed-price contracts and guaranteed availability, the subcontracting process can be streamlined by usingtendering with the Broadcast Tendering - First Acceptable Offer type (C). According to the SAP documentation, this tendering method sends the freight order to multiple carriers simultaneously, and the first carrier to accept the offer is assigned, leveraging the guaranteed availability and fixed prices to expedite the process without requiring complex evaluations.

The other options are incorrect:

Assign Best Carrier (A)involves evaluating carriers based on criteria like cost or priority, which is unnecessary with fixed-price contracts and guaranteed availability.

Automatic Tendering (B)automates tendering but does not specifically streamline the process for guaranteed carriers.

Peer-to-Peer Tendering - No Response Required (D)sends the freight order directly to one carrier without expecting a response, which is less efficient than broadcasting to leverage the first acceptance.

In SAP S/4HANA Transportation Management, incompatibilities are used to define restrictions during automatic and manual planning to prevent certain combinations of objects. According to the SAP documentation, the following incompatibility types are valid in the Automatic and Manual Planning incompatibility area:

Vehicle resource - Location (stay level) (A): This incompatibility type restricts a vehicle resource from staying at a specific location (e.g., due to regulatory or operational constraints).

Freight unit - Freight booking (C): This type prevents specific freight units from being assigned to certain freight bookings (e.g., for ocean or air transport) due to incompatibilities like cargo type or equipment restrictions.

The other options are incorrect:

Transportation request header - Transportation request header (B)is not a standard incompatibility type for planning; it is more relevant to freight unit building or other processes.

Carrier - Transportation order (D)is used in carrier selection or tendering, not in the Automatic and Manual Planning incompatibility area.

To configure a scenario in SAP S/4HANA Transportation Management where a single trailer is hauled by multiple trucks (e.g., in a multi-leg transport), specific customizations are required:

Transportation unit type (A): According to the SAP documentation, the transportation unit type must be configured to allow a trailer to be defined as a separate entity that can be attached to different trucks during various stages of transport. This ensures the trailer is treated as a distinct resource.

Freight order type (D): The freight order type must be customized to support multi-leg scenarios, including settings for stage-specific assignments of trucks to the same trailer, enabling the system to manage the trailer across multiple freight orders.

The other options are incorrect:

Forwarding order type (B)is used for logistics service provider scenarios and does not directly manage trailer-truck assignments.

Freight booking type (C)is relevant for ocean or air transport, not for road-based multi-truck scenarios.

In SAP S/4HANA Transportation Management, forwarding orders in LSP scenarios allow users to specify transportation details directly. According to the SAP documentation:

Movement type (A): Users can enter the movement type in the forwarding order to define the transportation mode (e.g., road, rail) for specific stages.

Shipping type (C): The shipping type can be specified to categorize the overall transport mode (e.g., full truckload, less-than-truckload), influencing how the transport is executed.

The other options are incorrect:

Instruction set (B)is assigned via configuration (e.g., to stage types or forwarding order types) but is not directly entered in the forwarding order.

Stage profile (D)is assigned to determine stage sequences but is not manually entered as a field in the forwarding order.

In SAP S/4HANA Transportation Management, freight units are created based on sales order items, with the freight unit building rule strategy determining consolidation. With the settings "Build freight units automatically" and "consolidate as much as possible," the system combines items into the fewest possible freight units, provided no incompatibilities exist. According to the SAP documentation:

Two sales orders with three items each result in six items total.

Since the items are for the same customer, have the same delivery date, and have no incompatibilities, the "consolidate as much as possible" strategy combines all six items intoone freight unit (A), assuming other criteria (e.g., same source/destination) are met.

The other options are incorrect:

B (3)andC (6)assume less consolidation (e.g., one freight unit per sales order or item).

D (2)assumes one freight unit per sales order, which is not the maximum consolidation.

In SAP S/4HANA Transportation Management, to plan freight units with multiple stages and assign different carriers to each stage, you define the carriers in thetransportation lane (C). According to the SAP documentation, transportation lanes specify the valid carriers for specific routes or stages, including multi-leg scenarios. By configuring different carriers for each stage within the transportation lane, the system ensures that the appropriate carrier is assigned during planning for each leg of the transport.

The other options are incorrect:

Schedule (A)defines departure times and carriers for regular transports but is not used for stage-specific carrier assignments in freight units.

Default route (B)is used for simplified routing but does not support detailed stage-specific carrier assignments.

Carrier profile (D)contains carrier attributes but does not define stage-specific assignments for freight units.

The strategic freight procurement process in SAP S/4HANA Transportation Management involves several steps to establish agreements with carriers. According to the SAP documentation, the key process steps include:

Evaluate responses and optimize (B): After receiving responses to RFQs, the system evaluates them based on criteria like cost, capacity, or service quality to select the best carriers.

Prepare request for quotation (RFQ) (D): This step involves creating RFQs to solicit bids from carriers for specific transportation services.

Generate freight agreements (E): Once carriers are selected, freight agreements are generated to formalize the terms, including rates and conditions.

The other options are incorrect:

Generate business shares (A)is a configuration step for carrier selection, not a core part of the strategic procurement process.

Define trade lanes (C)is part of master data setup, not a specific step in the procurement process.

In SAP S/4HANA Transportation Management, theconsignment order (C)is a logical grouping document used to facilitate communication between shippers and consignees. According to the SAP documentation, consignment orders group transportation requirements (e.g., freight units) and are used to manage the interaction between the shipper (who sends the goods) and the consignee (who receives them), providing a consolidated view of the transportation process for both parties.

The other options are incorrect:

Freight order (A)is an execution document for assigning carriers and managing transport, not primarily for shipper-consignee communication.

Service order (B)is used for internal service-related activities, not for external communication.

Sales order (D)originates in sales and distribution and triggers transportation requirements but is not used for shipper-consignee communication.

In a shipper-to-LSP B2B scenario where both parties use SAP Transportation Management, the LSP plans and executes transportation for the shipper. According to the SAP documentation, the key documents involved are:

LSP’s forwarding quotation (A): The LSP creates a forwarding quotation to provide a price estimate to the shipper, which forms the basis for the transportation agreement.

Shipper’s freight unit (D): The shipper creates freight units based on their transportation requirements (e.g., from sales orders), which are transferred to the LSP for planning and execution.

The other options are incorrect:

LSP’s service order (B)is used for internal services, not for shipper-LSP interactions.

Shipper’s freight order (C)is created by the shipper for direct carrier execution, not in a scenario where the LSP handles planning and execution.

In SAP S/4HANA Transportation Management, the Post-Processing Framework (PPF) is used to automate actions such as printing documents, sending emails, and generating XML messages. According to the SAP documentation, a single PPF action profile can be assigned to a freight order type (e.g., FOT1) and can include multiple actions, such as printing a road waybill, printing a loading list, printing labels, sending emails, and sending XML messages. Each action is defined within the action profile, and the profile is then linked to the freight order type in Customizing. Since all the required actions (printing documents and sending messages) can be configured within one action profile, the minimum number of PPF action profiles needed is1.

The other options are incorrect:

A (4), C (2), and D (3)suggest multiple action profiles, which are unnecessary since a single profile can handle all actions.

In SAP S/4HANA Transportation Management, freight settlement documents (FSDs) are created based on freight orders to settle charges with carriers. According to the SAP documentation, there isno limitto the number of FSDs that can be created from a freight order during its lifecycle, as additional FSDs can be generated for changes, such as additional charges, corrections, or disputes, provided the charge elements have non-zero values. For a freight order with two deliveries, multiple FSDs can be created to account for initial settlements, amendments, or additional charges (e.g., detention or assessorial charges) throughout the lifecycle.

The other options are incorrect:

A (3), B (1), and C (2)assume a fixed number of FSDs, which is not accurate since the system allows multiple FSDs based on changes or additional requirements.

In SAP S/4HANA Transportation Management, when using direct shipment options to convert a freight unit to a freight order, the freight order type is determined as follows:

Based on the default freight order type (B): According to the SAP documentation, a default freight order type can be defined in the system configuration (e.g., in Customizing for the transportation planning profile or freight order type settings). This default type is used when no specific rule or condition overrides it during the conversion process.

Based on the freight order type defined in the freight unit type (C): The freight unit type, configured in Customizing, can specify a default freight order type to be used when the freight unit is converted to a freight order, ensuring consistency with the transportation requirements of the freight unit.

The other options are incorrect:

Based on the freight order type in the freight unit building rule (A): Freight unit building rules determine how freight units are created (e.g., consolidation logic) but do not directly specify the freight order type for conversion.

Based on the freight order type maintained in a condition in the planning profile (D): While conditions in the planning profile can influence planning decisions, they are not typically used to determine the freight order type during direct shipment conversion.

In SAP S/4HANA Transportation Management, when a discrepancy (e.g., weight or quantity mismatch) is reported for a freight unit, it can trigger a block on both the freight unit and the associated freight order to prevent further processing until resolved. According to the SAP documentation, if you unassign the freight unit from the freight order, the block remains on the freight unit because the discrepancy is tied to the freight unit’s data (e.g., goods details). However, the block is removed from the freight order, as the freight order is no longer associated with the discrepant freight unit and can proceed with other freight units or be replanned. Thus,the block remains on the freight unit but is removed from the freight order (C).

The other options are incorrect:

Ais incorrect because the block is tied to the freight unit’s discrepancy, not the freight order after unassignment.

Bis incorrect because the block persists on the freight unit due to the unresolved discrepancy.

Dis incorrect because unassigning the freight unit removes the block from the freight order.

In SAP S/4HANA Transportation Management, thepartner determination profileis used to define how business partners, such as the ordering party, are determined for a freight order based on specific criteria, such as the consignee’s ID. According to the SAP documentation, the partner determination profile is customized for the freight order type to automatically assign partners (e.g., a forwarding house as the ordering party) based on predefined rules or conditions. This ensures that the correct forwarding house is selected based on the consignee’s ID.

The other options are incorrect:

Shipper/consignee determination (A)is not a standard configuration object in SAP TM; partner determination handles these roles.

Organizational unit determination condition (B)is used for determining organizational units, not business partners like the ordering party.

Creation strategy (D)relates to how freight orders are created (e.g., automatic or manual), not partner assignment.

In SAP S/4HANA Transportation Management,business sharesare used to distribute transportation volumes across multiple carriers to avoid dependency on a single carrier. According to the SAP documentation, business shares define the percentage of transportation volume allocated to each carrier, ensuring load balancing based on predefined agreements. This is typically configured in the SAP Fiori app “Create Business Share” and used during carrier selection to distribute freight orders equitably.

The other options are incorrect:

Transportation allocation (B)defines capacity limits for specific lanes or means of transport but does not focus on balancing loads across carriers.

Incompatibility (C)is used to define restrictions, such as preventing certain products or carriers from being combined, not for load balancing.

Condition (D)is used for rule-based determinations (e.g., selecting a freight agreement), not for carrier load balancing.

In SAP S/4HANA Transportation Management, carrier selection for a freight order is based on specific decision criteria defined in the system. According to the SAP documentation:

Priority from transportation lane (B): Transportation lanes define carrier priorities (e.g., ranking carriers based on preference or agreements), which are used as a criterion during carrier selection.

Priority from carrier selection settings (C): Carrier selection settings in the planning profile or SAP Fiori app allow users to define priorities for carriers, influencing the selection process.

The other options are incorrect:

Costs from charge management (A): While costs are considered, they are derived from freight agreements or rate tables, not directly from charge management during carrier selection.

Costs from shipment cost document (D): Shipment cost documents are used in SAP ERP (LE-TRA), not in SAP S/4HANA TM, where freight settlement documents are used instead.

In SAP S/4HANA Transportation Management, the Package Builder is used to estimate freight volume by assigning package types to goods for more accurate capacity planning. According to the SAP documentation, the package type assignment can be based on:

Business partner (B): Package types can be assigned based on the business partner (e.g., shipper or consignee), as different partners may have specific packaging requirements.

Shipping location (D): The location from which goods are shipped (e.g., warehouse or plant) can influence package type assignments, as different locations may use distinct packaging standards.

The other options are incorrect:

Handling unit type (A)is managed in SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) or during execution, not directly in the Package Builder for planning purposes.

Shipping type (C)refers to the mode of transport (e.g., road, rail) but is not a criterion for package type assignment in the Package Builder.

In a side-by-side deployment between SAP S/4HANA and SAP S/4HANA Transportation Management, master data such as business partners, products, and locations are transferred using theData Replication Framework (DRF) (A). According to the SAP documentation, DRF is the standard interface for replicating master data between SAP S/4HANA systems in a side-by-side scenario, ensuring consistency and synchronization of data like business partners, materials, and locations.

The other options are incorrect:

Core interface (CIF) (B)is used in SAP APO and SAP SCM, not in SAP S/4HANA TM side-by-side deployments.

Intermediate document (IDoc) (C)may be used for transactional data but is not the primary interface for master data replication.

Web service (WS) (D)is used for specific integrations but not for standard master data replication in this scenario.

In SAP S/4HANA Transportation Management, track and trace functionality is supported by documents that represent the transportation process and contain relevant tracking information. According to the SAP documentation:

Freight order (A)is a key document used for road or rail transport, containing details about the transportation process, including stages, carriers, and tracking events, making it suitable for track and trace.

Forwarding order (D)is used in logistics service provider scenarios and represents the customer’s transportation requirements, including tracking information across multiple stages.

The other options are incorrect:

Resource (B)refers to vehicles, drivers, or other assets used in transportation, not a document for tracking goods.

Service order (C)is used for internal service-related activities and does not support track and trace functionality for goods transportation.

In SAP S/4HANA Transportation Management, automatic carrier assignment during the tendering process depends on specific conditions being met. According to the SAP documentation:

The carrier responded after the response time had expired (A)prevents automatic assignment because the tendering process only considers responses received within the defined time window. Late responses are ignored for automatic assignment.

The program to evaluate freight quotations was NOT executed (C)means that the system did not process the carrier’s response to assign it to the freight order. The evaluation program (e.g., a background job) is required to analyze quotations and assign the carrier based on criteria like cost or priority.

The other options are incorrect:

Direct Tendering - Send Freight Order Directly (B)bypasses the quotation process and assigns the freight order directly to a carrier, so it would not prevent automatic assignment.

The tendering profile contains a subsequent step (D)affects the sequence of tendering but does not inherently prevent automatic assignment if the response is valid and evaluated.

In SAP S/4HANA Transportation Management, driver management settings for freight orders are configured in the freight order type customization. According to the SAP documentation, thehome location (C)is a key setting maintained in freight order customization, specifying the base location for drivers assigned to freight orders. This setting helps in planning and scheduling by considering the driver’s starting point.

The other options are incorrect:

Default truck handling (A)is not a standard setting in freight order customization; it may relate to vehicle resource configuration.

Default driver (B)is assigned in vehicle resources or planning profiles, not directly in freight order type customization.

Resource requirements (D)(corrected from "Number of required drivers" in the original document for clarity) are defined in vehicle resources or planning settings, not freight order customization.

In SAP S/4HANA Transportation Management, business partners (e.g., carriers, shippers) can be automatically assigned to documents using specific configuration settings. According to the SAP documentation:

Partner function (A): Partner functions define roles (e.g., carrier, ordering party) and can be configured with determination rules to automatically assign business partners based on criteria like location or agreement.

Freight order type (B): The freight order type can include a partner determination profile that specifies rules for automatically assigning business partners, such as carriers, to the freight order.

The other options are incorrect:

Freight unit type (C)controls freight unit creation but does not directly handle business partner assignment.

Business function (D)is a system-level setting for enabling features, not for partner assignment.

In SAP S/4HANA Transportation Management, the logistics integration profile defines how stages are created based on Incoterms and Incoterm locations specified in a sales order. When the setting is "Source location to Incoterm location - type 1," the system creates stages as follows:

Anactive stage from the Incoterm location to the destination location, which is planning-relevant and managed in transportation management.

Anon-planning-relevant stage from the source location to the Incoterm location, which is created for documentation purposes but not actively planned in SAP TM.

According to the SAP documentation, this configuration reflects the Incoterm responsibility split, where the Incoterm location marks the point where responsibility shifts (e.g., from seller to buyer). Thus,two stages are created (B): one active stage for the transport leg after the Incoterm location and one non-planning-relevant stage before it.

The other options are incorrect:

AandDonly account for one stage, ignoring the additional non-planning-relevant stage.

Creverses the active and non-planning-relevant stages, which does not align with the "type 1" setting.