This section describes how to set up extra master data for charges.

Overview
Describes the master data that is needed before setting up rate structures.

Charges
Describes the different charge-related options you can use to configure system data.

Charges are incurred by shippers when shipping goods to customers. Possible charges include freight, insurance, duty, and handling. The shipper can choose to pass on these charges to the customer at the same or at a different rate.

You can set up charges in advance of a shipment and assign them as a rule to the relevant party. It is possible to manually add charges at shipment time or to set up a Rate Structure to automatically calculate them. The estimated shipment charges may be printed on customer invoices, when required.

You can calculate charges down to a line level or at shipment level. However, you can change or enter additional costs at shipment maintenance level. Charges can be defined in any currency and converted to shipment currency.