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Barnes & Noble X12 857 Shipment and Billing Notice

Barnes & Noble
The EDI 857 (Shipment and Billing Notice) document is used by Barnes & Noble for electronic data interchange. It enables automated processing and compliance with Barnes & Noble's trading partner requirements.
21segments
7loops
6mandatory

Schema Reference

21 segments · X12 857 Shipment and Billing Notice

ISA ISA Interchange Control Header
Mandatory Max: 1
ISA01 Authorization Information Qualifier
M ID 2-2
ISA02 Authorization Information
M AN 10-10
ISA03 Security Information Qualifier
M ID 2-2
ISA04 Security Information
M AN 10-10
ISA05 Interchange ID Qualifier
M ID 2-2
ISA06 Interchange Sender ID
M AN 15-15
ISA07 Interchange ID Qualifier
M ID 2-2
ISA08 Interchange Receiver ID
M AN 15-15
ISA09 Interchange Date
M DT 6-6
ISA10 Interchange Time
M TM 4-4
ISA11 Interchange Control Standards Identifier
M ID 1-1
ISA12 Interchange Control Version Number
M ID 5-5
ISA13 Interchange Control Number
M N0 9-9
ISA14 Acknowledgment Requested
M ID 1-1
ISA15 Usage Indicator
M ID 1-1
GS GS Functional Group Header
Mandatory Max: 1
GS01 Functional Identifier Code
M ID 2-2
GS02 Application Sender's Code
M AN 2-15
GS03 Application Receiver's Code
M AN 2-15
GS04 Date
M DT 8-8
GS05 Time
M TM 4-8
GS06 Group Control Number
M N0 1-9
GS07 Responsible Agency Code
M ID 1-2
GS08 Version / Release / Industry Identifier Code
M AN 1-12
ST Transaction Set Header
Mandatory Max: 1
ST01 Transaction Set Identifier Code
M ID 3-3
ST02 Transaction Set Control Number
M AN 4-9
BHT Beginning of Hierarchical Transaction
Mandatory Max: 1
BHT01 Hierarchical Structure Code
M ID 4-4
BHT02 Transaction Set Purpose Code
M ID 2-2
BHT03 Reference Identification
O AN 1-30
BHT04 Date
O DT 8-8
BHT05 Time
O TM 4-8
HL Loop Repeat: 1
HL Hierarchical Level
Mandatory Max: 1
HL01 Hierarchical ID Number
M AN 1-12
HL02 Hierarchical Parent ID Number
O AN 1-12
HL03 Hierarchical Level Code
M ID 1-2
G05 Loop Repeat: 1
G05 Total Shipment Information
Optional Max: 1
G0501 Number of Units Shipped
C R 1-10
G0502 Unit or Basis for Measurement Code
C ID 2-2
G0503 Weight
C R 1-10
G0504 Unit or Basis for Measurement Code
C ID 2-2
G0505 Volume
C R 1-8
G0506 Unit or Basis for Measurement Code
C ID 2-2
G0507 Lading Quantity
C N0 1-7
G0508 Unit or Basis for Measurement Code
C ID 2-2
TD5 Carrier Details (Routing Sequence/Transit Time)
Optional Max: 10
TD501 Routing Sequence Code
O ID 1-2
TD502 Identification Code Qualifier
C ID 1-2
TD503 Identification Code
C AN 2-80
TD504 Transportation Method/Type Code
C ID 1-2
TD505 Routing
C AN 1-35
TD507 Location Qualifier
O ID 1-2
TD508 Location Identifier
C AN 1-30
DTM Date/Time Reference
Optional Max: 5
DTM01 Date/Time Qualifier
M ID 3-3
DTM02 Date
C DT 8-8
N9 Reference Identification
Optional Max: 20
N901 Reference Identification Qualifier
M ID 2-3
N902 Reference Identification
C AN 1-30
N1 Loop Repeat: 10
N1 Name
Optional Max: 1
N101 Entity Identifier Code
M ID 2-3
N102 Name
C AN 1-60
N103 Identification Code Qualifier
C ID 1-2
N104 Identification Code
C AN 2-80
TDS Loop Repeat: 1
TDS Total Monetary Value Summary
Optional Max: 1
TDS01 Amount
M N2 1-15
PRF Purchase Order Reference
Optional Max: 1
PRF01 Purchase Order Number
M AN 1-22
N1 Loop Repeat: 10
N1 Name
Optional Max: 1
N101 Entity Identifier Code
M ID 2-3
N102 Name
C AN 1-60
N103 Identification Code Qualifier
C ID 1-2
N104 Identification Code
C AN 2-80
LX Loop Repeat: 1
LX Assigned Number
Optional Max: 1
LX01 Assigned Number
M N0 1-6
PKG Marking, Packaging, Loading
Optional Max: 10
PKG01 Item Description Type
C ID 1-1
PKG05 Description
C AN 1-80
MAN Marks and Numbers
Optional Max: 10
MAN01 Marks and Numbers Qualifier
M ID 1-2
MAN02 Marks and Numbers
M AN 1-48
IT1 Loop Repeat: 1
IT1 Baseline Item Data (Invoice)
Optional Max: 1
IT101 Assigned Identification
O AN 1-20
IT102 Quantity Invoiced
C R 1-10
IT103 Unit or Basis for Measurement Code
C ID 2-2
IT104 Unit Price
C R 1-17
IT105 Basis of Unit Price Code
O ID 2-2
IT106 Product/Service ID Qualifier
C ID 2-2
IT107 Product/Service ID
C AN 1-48
IT108 Product/Service ID Qualifier
C ID 2-2
IT109 Product/Service ID
C AN 1-48
IT110 Product/Service ID Qualifier
C ID 2-2
IT111 Product/Service ID
C AN 1-48
IT112 Product/Service ID Qualifier
C ID 2-2
IT113 Product/Service ID
C AN 1-48
IT114 Product/Service ID Qualifier
C ID 2-2
IT115 Product/Service ID
C AN 1-48
PO4 Item Physical Details
Optional Max: 1
PO401 Pack
O N0 1-6
PO404 Packaging Code
C AN 3-5
PO405 Weight Qualifier
O ID 1-2
PO406 Gross Weight per Pack
C R 1-9
PO407 Unit or Basis for Measurement Code
C ID 2-2
PO410 Length
C R 1-8
PO411 Width
C R 1-8
PO412 Height
C R 1-8
PO413 Unit or Basis for Measurement Code
C ID 2-2
CTP Pricing Information
Optional Max: 10
CTP01 Class of Trade Code
O ID 2-2
CTP02 Price Identifier Code
C ID 3-3
CTP03 Unit Price
C R 1-17
CTP06 Price Multiplier Qualifier
O ID 3-3
CTP07 Multiplier
C R 1-10
N9 Reference Identification
Optional Max: 20
N901 Reference Identification Qualifier
M ID 2-3
N902 Reference Identification
C AN 1-30
SE Transaction Set Trailer
Mandatory Max: 1
SE01 Number of Included Segments
M N0 1-10
SE02 Transaction Set Control Number
M AN 4-9
How It Works

Automating Barnes & Noble EDI 857

Stacksync validates, transforms, and delivers your 857 transactions automatically — so your team can focus on operations, not EDI compliance.

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Barnes & Noble EDI 857 FAQ

Common questions about 857 Shipment and Billing Notice transactions with Barnes & Noble.

How long does it take to set up Barnes & Noble EDI with Stacksync?

Most suppliers are fully connected and processing live Barnes & Noble EDI transactions within 3–5 business days. Stacksync's no-code setup means you don't need developers or EDI consultants — configure your field mappings through our visual interface, run a test cycle, and go live.

Do I need an existing VAN or AS2 connection to trade with Barnes & Noble?

No. Stacksync handles the entire EDI transport layer. We connect directly to Barnes & Noble's trading partner network through our certified connections. You don't need to manage a separate VAN subscription, AS2 certificates, or SFTP configurations.

How does Stacksync help with Barnes & Noble compliance?

Stacksync improves compliance scores by eliminating manual processing delays. Purchase Orders sync to your system in real time, ASNs are generated automatically when you ship, and invoices are validated with three-way matching before submission. Real-time monitoring alerts you to issues before they become chargebacks.

What EDI document types does Stacksync support for Barnes & Noble?

Stacksync supports all EDI document types required by Barnes & Noble — including Purchase Orders (850), Invoices (810), ASNs (856), PO Acknowledgments (855), and more. Our platform handles the full lifecycle from order to payment automatically.

Can I connect Barnes & Noble EDI to my existing ERP or WMS?

Yes. Stacksync integrates with any system that has a database or API — including SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, and custom-built ERPs. Data flows bidirectionally between Barnes & Noble's EDI network and your system in real time.

What happens when Barnes & Noble updates their EDI specifications?

Stacksync monitors Barnes & Noble's EDI spec changes and updates our mappings proactively. When a change affects your integration, we notify you and apply updates — so you stay compliant without scrambling to decode new implementation guides.