Benefits of using the EDI 865 Purchase Order Change Acknowledgment/Request – Seller Initiated
Both buyers and sellers benefit from implementing the EDI 865. Benefits include:
For Sellers:
Reduce errors and discrepancies from manual data entry
Improve efficiency by eliminating the need to call, email or fax confirmation of order changes
For buyers:
Reduce post-invoice reconciliation issues
Confirm e-commerce order details for end consumers
Provide timely and automated visibility into a supplier’s commitment to fulfill an order
Key data elements included in an EDI Purchase Order Change
The EDI 865 transaction typically includes much of the same information that appears in an EDI 850 Purchase Order, such as product descriptions and quantities, shipping information, terms and costs. However, it will likely also include specific references to what is changed from the original purchase order. It will also include a code to indicate whether the document is being used as a change request or as an acknowledgment.
The data elements included in the line item change request of an EDI 865.
AI – Add Additional Item(s)
CA – Changes To Line Items
PC – Price Change
QD – Quantity Decrease
QI – Quantity Increase
The code elements included in the line item acknowledgment of an EDI 865.
DR – Item Accepted – Date Rescheduled
IA – Item Accepted
IC – Item Accepted – Changes Made
ID – Item Deleted
IQ – Item Accepted – Quantity Changed
Common issues regarding EDI 865
Document creation:
The PO Change Request/Acknowledgment is often a new requirement for companies that are just starting with EDI. Like other EDI documents, issues can arise from incomplete data, incorrect data or data that does not align with retailer’s expectations.
Timeliness:
Retailers have different requirements for suppliers sending the EDI 865 document. It’s important to respond quickly. Often the EDI 865 must be sent within 24 to 48 hours after receiving the original purchase order.
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