{"id":17674,"date":"2026-01-29T11:56:39","date_gmt":"2026-01-29T11:56:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tenthplanet.in\/idempiere\/?p=17674"},"modified":"2026-08-20T09:29:34","modified_gmt":"2026-08-20T09:29:34","slug":"how-freight-freight-category-works-in-idempiere","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tenthplanet.in\/idempiere\/how-freight-freight-category-works-in-idempiere\/","title":{"rendered":"How Freight & Freight Category Works in iDempiere"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

This section explains how shipping cost is calculated in iDempiere using Freight Category<\/strong> and Shipper Freight<\/strong> together. Freight category defines the shipping logic, while shipper freight sets the charges. Combined, they enable automatic freight calculation across orders, shipments, and invoices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Process Flow<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Why Freight Needs Structure<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Shipping cost is not a flat value. It depends on urgency, weight, size, destination, and carrier rules. iDempiere separates this complexity into two layers so users don\u2019t calculate freight manually during transactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This structure ensures:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Freight pricing is predictable and repeatable.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Different delivery modes behave differently.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Users focus on orders, not logistics math.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Core Design Concept<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Freight Category answers, \u201c<\/strong>W<\/strong>hich type of shipping?\u201d<\/strong>
    Shipper Freight answers, \u201c<\/strong>W<\/strong>hat is the cost under that type?\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The system never guesses. It matches order data against predefined rules and applies the first valid freight rule<\/strong> automatically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Freight Category \u2014 The Shipping Logic Layer<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Freight category defines the nature of shipping<\/em>, not the price itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Common examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Express<\/strong> \u2192 fast, premium delivery<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Air<\/strong> \u2192 long-distance air cargo<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Ground<\/strong> \u2192 economical surface transport<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      This classification allows iDempiere to apply different constraints and pricing behavior without changing user actions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      What You Configure Here<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      • Name<\/strong>
        Business-friendly labels like Express<\/em> or Ground<\/em>. This is referenced everywhere.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Search Key<\/strong>
        Internal identifier used by the system and integrations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Description<\/strong>
        Explains when this category should be used.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Active<\/strong>
        Controls availability across all shippers and transactions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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        Shipper Freight \u2014 The Pricing Layer<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        Shipper Freight connects a shipper<\/strong> (e.g., DHL Express) with a freight category<\/strong> and defines the actual freight charge<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        This is where real-world logistics rules are enforced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Why This Exists<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        The same freight category can cost differently:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        • DHL Express vs another courier<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Domestic vs international<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Light package vs heavy package<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          Shipper Freight allows this variation without duplicating categories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Key Fields and Their Purpose<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          These fields are not optional \u2014 each one protects freight accuracy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          • Shipper<\/strong>
            Identifies the logistics provider.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Freight Category<\/strong>
            Tells the system which shipping logic this rule belongs to.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Valid From<\/strong>
            Ensures pricing applies only from a specific date.
            Prevents incorrect freight on historical or future orders.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Max Weight \/ Max Dimension<\/strong>
            Defines physical limits for the rule.
            If exceeded, the system looks for another matching rule.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Country \/ Region<\/strong>
            Narrows the rule to specific destinations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Currency<\/strong>
            Ensures freight aligns with billing currency.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Freight Amount<\/strong>
            The actual charge is applied when all conditions match.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
            \"\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

            How the System Applies Freight in Transactions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

            During Sales Order Creation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

            When a sales order is created, the user only selects a s<\/strong>hipper<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Behind the scenes, iDempiere:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            • Reads the freight category linked to the shipper<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Evaluates destination, weight, and dimensions<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Matches the order against valid shipper freight rules<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              If a rule matches, freight is calculated automatically<\/strong> and added to the order.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              No user decision is required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              During Shipment Processing<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

              At shipment time:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              • Freight rules are re-validated<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Actual shipment data is checked<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Freight charge is confirmed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                This prevents freight errors caused by changes between order and shipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                During Invoice Generation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                When the invoice is created:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                • Freight flows directly from the shipment<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Appears as a clear freight charge<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Remains fully traceable to the shipper and category<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                  Finance teams see explainable, auditable freight costs<\/strong>, not manual adjustments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                  Use Cases<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                  Multiple Delivery Options<\/strong>
                  Customers can choose Express or Ground while the system applies correct pricing automatically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                  Carrier Comparison<\/strong>
                  Different shippers can use the same freight category with different rates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                  Regulatory and Audit Readiness<\/strong>
                  Freight logic is rule-based, date-controlled, and traceable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                  Outcome<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                  After configuring Freight Category + Shipper Freight<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                  • Users create orders without worrying about shipping math.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • The system selects the correct freight rule automatically.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Shipments and invoices remain aligned.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Logistics, sales, and finance operate on one shared logic.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                    Freight becomes a governed process, not a manual guess.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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