About this Guide

This guide describes the setup and use of handling units.

Intended Audience

This book is intended for those who want to learn how to use handling units and to set up the handling unit functionality in the way that best serves their purposes. Both end users and users on administrator level will find the information they require. The latter will find setup information in the closing chapter of this book that deal with master data and parameter settings.

Assumed Knowledge

Familiarity with the business processes involved in handling inbound and outbound goods in the warehouse, and general knowledge of the LN functionality will help you understand this book. In addition, Warehousing training courses are available to give you a head start.

References

Use this guide as the primary reference for handling units. Use the current editions of these documents for information that is not covered in this guide:

  • User Guide for Warehousing Procedures
  • User Guide for Warehouses
  • User Guide for the Inbound Goods Flow (U9788 US)
  • User Guide for the Outbound Goods Flow (U9794 US)
  • User Guide for Warehousing Inspections (U9875 US)
  • User Guide for Warehousing Quarantine Handling (U9876 US)
  • User Guide for Delivery Notes and Shipments (U8982 US)

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