Key charge type fields
Charge types are set up in the Enter/Edit Charge Types window in the Rate Schedules or Invoicing applications. Key fields are identified in the sample charge type shown here.
Item Code: Unique ID assigned to the charge type. Up to six characters are allowed.
GL Num: Default general ledger number.
Description: When the charge type is used on an invoice, the text entered here prints on the invoice.
Basis: Determines how the charge will be used. The options are:
Shipment
A primary charge type intended for line haul rates. Do not use this option if you are setting up a charge type for an accessorial charge.
Accessorial
A secondary charge type intended for accessorial charges.
The Charge Units, Unit Basis, and Rate Unit determine how the charge will be calculated. Entries in all three fields must be in agreement with one another. Examples of agreement are shown in the following table.
Charge Units | Unit Basis | Rate Unit |
|---|---|---|
Miles, Kilometers | Distance | $/Mile; $/Kilometer |
US Dollars; CAN Dollars | Revenue | $/Dollar |
Flat | Flat | Flat |
Hours, Days | Time | $/Hour; $Day |
Pieces, Cases, Boxes, Pallets, Slips, Coils | Count | $/Piece |
Pounds, Tons, Metric Ton | Weight | $/100 lbs; $/Pound; $/Ton |
Gallons | Volume | $/Gallon |