Split Shipments by Freight Class

Overview

The Split Shipments by Freight Class step splits orders based on product freight classification, separating items that require different shipping methods or carriers.

Identifier

Configuration Properties

Behavior

What It Does

1. Gets the SplitOnFreightClass value from configuration
2. Identifies order lines with matching FreightClass property
3. Reallocates accessories to stay with their main items
4. If all items match, just updates shipment statuses
5. Otherwise creates new shipment for matching items
6. New shipment gets SplitToStatus if specified

Prerequisites

• SplitOnFreightClass must be configured
• Order lines must have FreightClass property set

Side Effects

• New shipment created for matching freight class
• Accessories move with main items
• Shipment status updated if specified

Business Cases

When to Use

• Heavy freight: Separate LTL/freight items from parcel
• Hazmat: Separate dangerous goods requiring special handling
• White glove: Items needing special delivery service
• Express vs standard: Different service levels

Example Scenarios

Scenario 1: LTL Freight Configure SplitOnFreightClass=LTL. Large furniture items split to separate shipment for freight carrier.

Scenario 2: All Same Class All items have same freight class. Shipment statuses updated, no split needed.

Scenario 3: No Matches No items have the configured freight class. Step returns warning.

Scenario 4: With Status Configure SplitToStatus=AwaitingFreight. New shipment gets that status for freight processing.

Error Handling

Related Steps

• Try Split Shipment by Category - Category-based split
• Split Shipment Cost - Distribute costs