X12
Outbound

Browns Shoe Fit Company X12 846 Inventory Inquiry/Advice

Brown's Shoe Fit Co. (via SPS Commerce)
The EDI 846 provides Browns Shoe Fit Company with inventory visibility across supplier warehouses. Suppliers send inventory snapshots so Browns Shoe Fit Company can optimize replenishment planning and avoid out-of-stock situations.
11segments
2loops
6mandatory

Schema Reference

11 segments · X12 846 Inventory Inquiry/Advice

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 Repetition Separator M MIN 1 MAX 1 ID: I65 Type is not applicable; the repetition separator is a delimiter and not a data element; this field provides the delimiter used to separate repeated occurrences of a simple data element or a composite data structure; this value must be different than the data element separator, component element separator, and the segment terminator 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 Interchange 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
BIA Beginning Segment for Inventory Inquiry/Advice
Mandatory Max: 1
BIA01 Transaction Set Purpose Code
M ID 2-2
BIA02 Report Type Code
M ID 2-2
BIA03 Reference Identification
M AN 1-50
BIA04 Date
M DT 8-8
BIA05 Time
O TM 4-8
REF Reference Information
Optional Max: 12
REF01 Reference Identification Qualifier
M ID 2-3
REF02 Reference Identification
C AN 1-50
LIN Loop Repeat: 10,000
LIN Item Identification
Mandatory Max: 1
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
LIN06 Product/Service ID Qualifier
C ID 2-2
LIN07 Product/Service ID
C AN 1-48
LIN08 Product/Service ID Qualifier
C ID 2-2
LIN09 Product/Service ID
C AN 1-48
PID Product/Item Description
Optional Max: 200
PID01 Item Description Type
M ID 1-1
PID02 Product/Process Characteristic Code
O ID 2-3
PID05 Description
C AN 1-80
QTY Loop Repeat: 99
QTY Quantity Information
Optional Max: 1
QTY01 Quantity Qualifier
M ID 2-2
QTY02 Quantity
C R 1-15
DTM Date/Time Reference
Optional Max: 10
DTM01 Date/Time Qualifier
M ID 3-3
DTM02 Date
C DT 8-8
CTT Transaction Totals
Optional Max: 1
CTT01 Number of Line Items
M N0 1-6
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 Browns Shoe Fit Company EDI 846

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

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

Browns Shoe Fit Company EDI 846 FAQ

Common questions about 846 Inventory Inquiry/Advice transactions with Browns Shoe Fit Company.

How long does it take to set up Browns Shoe Fit Company EDI with Stacksync?

Most suppliers are fully connected and processing live Browns Shoe Fit Company 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 Browns Shoe Fit Company?

No. Stacksync handles the entire EDI transport layer. We connect directly to Browns Shoe Fit Company'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 Browns Shoe Fit Company 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 Browns Shoe Fit Company?

Stacksync supports all EDI document types required by Browns Shoe Fit Company — 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 Browns Shoe Fit Company 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 Browns Shoe Fit Company's EDI network and your system in real time.

What happens when Browns Shoe Fit Company updates their EDI specifications?

Stacksync monitors Browns Shoe Fit Company'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.

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