Best Buy EDI 846 Inventory Advice

Schema Reference

13 segments · X12 846 Inventory Inquiry/Advice

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

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

ST01 Transaction Set Identifier Code

M ID 3-3

ST02 Transaction Set Control Number

M AN 4-9

BIA01 Transaction Set Purpose Code

M ID 2-2

BIA02 Report Type Code

M ID 2-2

BIA03 Reference Identification

M AN 1-30

BIA04 Date

M DT 8-8

BIA05 Time

O TM 4-8

N1 Loop Repeat: 5

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

LIN Loop Repeat: 10,000

LIN01 Assigned Identification

O AN 1-20

LIN02 Product/Service ID Qualifier

M ID 2-2

LIN03 Product/Service ID

M AN 1-48

LIN04 Product/Service ID Qualifier

C ID 2-2

LIN05 Product/Service ID

C AN 1-48

PID01 Item Description Type

M ID 1-1

PID05 Description

C AN 1-80

DTM01 Date/Time Qualifier

M ID 3-3

DTM02 Date

C DT 8-8

CTP01 Class of Trade Code

O ID 2-2

CTP02 Price Identifier Code

C ID 3-3

CTP03 Unit Price

C R 1-17

CTP04 Quantity

C R 1-15

QTY Loop Repeat: 99

QTY01 Quantity Qualifier

M ID 2-2

QTY02 Quantity

C R 1-15

LDT01 Lead Time Code

M ID 2-2

LDT02 Quantity

M R 1-15

LDT03 Unit of Time Period or Interval

M ID 2-2

LDT04 Date

O DT 8-8

CTT01 Number of Line Items

M N0 1-6

SE01 Number of Included Segments

M N0 1-10

SE02 Transaction Set Control Number

M AN 4-9

How It Works

Automating Best Buy EDI 846

Stacksync validates, transforms, and delivers your 846 transactions automatically — so your team can focus on operations, not EDI compliance.

Validate

Transform

Route

Monitor

Stacksync syncs your warehouse inventory levels to Best Buy automatically on a configurable schedule. Available quantity, allocated stock, and warehouse locations are pulled from your system — giving the retailer accurate replenishment data.

Business unit variations

Best Buy Canada

Best Buy EDI 846 FAQ

Common questions about 846 Inventory Inquiry/Advice transactions with Best Buy.

How long does it take to set up Best Buy EDI with Stacksync?

Most suppliers are fully connected and processing live Best Buy 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 Best Buy?

No. Stacksync handles the entire EDI transport layer. We connect directly to Best Buy'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 Best Buy 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 Best Buy?

Stacksync supports all EDI document types required by Best Buy — 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 Best Buy 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 Best Buy's EDI network and your system in real time.

What happens when Best Buy updates their EDI specifications?

Stacksync monitors Best Buy'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.