Misconception · MIS:shipment-always-transfers-control

Mistaken idea “Shipment always transfers control”

Mistaken reasoning: This mistake treats a logistics event as conclusive and ignores acceptance, title, possession, payment, risks, bill and hold, consignment, return, and repurchase terms.

Updated Aug 21, 2026 Review due Nov 7, 2026

Why this is mistaken

Build a dated control-evidence matrix. Shipment may be relevant, but the conclusion depends on the contract, operating facts, specified asset, customer acceptance, and any arrangement that preserves the seller's control.

Where to watch

When this mistake may appear

  • The goods left the dock.
  • The customer was invoiced.
Check your work

Your work may contain this mistake if:

  • Uses shipping date without contract evidence.
  • Ignores substantive acceptance.
  • Recognizes consigned or redirectable goods.