Transportation Order
Overview
The Transportation Order is a custom DocType used to track transport operations, including order details, transport assignments, cargo information, and customer data. It integrates with other documents like Customer, Files, Cargo Detail, and Supplier, making it a critical component of the fleet management system.
Fields:
The following are the key fields in the Transportation Order DocType:
1. Order Details Section:
Date: The date the transportation order was created.
Customer: A link field connecting the transportation order to the Customer DocType, representing the customer for whom the order is being placed.
Transport Type: Specifies whether the transportation is Cross Border or Internal.
Company: Links to the Company DocType, identifying the company responsible for the transportation order.
2. Cargo Information Section:
Cargo: A child table linking to Cargo Detail, where each row represents a specific cargo item being transported.
Cargo Type: A select field indicating whether the cargo is in Container or Loose Cargo form.
Total Assigned Cargo: Displays the total amount of cargo that has been assigned to transport vehicles.
Goods Description: A hidden field linking to Cargo Types that categorizes the cargo.
3. Consignee and Shipper Section:
Consignee and Shipper: Link fields to Customer DocType, representing the party receiving the goods and the party shipping the goods, respectively.
4. Border and Transportation Instruction Section:
Clearing Agent Borders: Fields linking to the Supplier DocType, representing agents responsible for clearing the cargo at different border points.
Special Instruction to Transporter: A text field where any specific instructions for the transporter can be added.
5. References Section:
Reference Doctype and Reference Docname: Fields that link the transportation order to the originating document, such as an import or export request.
File Number: Links to the Files DocType, representing the associated file number for this transport.
6. Assignment Status:
- A field that indicates the status of the transport assignment: Waiting Assignment, Partially Assigned, or Fully Assigned.
Key Functionality:
Transport Assignment Management: This DocType facilitates tracking of transport assignments, where cargo is linked to vehicles, trailers, and drivers.
Automatic Invoicing: A Create Invoice button allows for the generation of sales invoices based on the transport assignments.
Reference Integration: Links the transportation order to other documents, such as import/export requests or files, creating a unified workflow for logistics management.
Usage:
Use Case: The Transportation Order DocType is used to manage the transportation of goods, including order creation, cargo assignment, and tracking across borders or internally. It integrates with various entities, including customers, suppliers, and vehicle assignments, ensuring that all transport operations are efficiently tracked.
Lifecycle Management: The assignment status helps users track the progress of cargo assignments, ensuring that orders are fulfilled on time.