X12
Outbound

Grainger X12 855 Purchase Order Acknowledgment

Grainger Sourcing
The EDI 855 confirms receipt and acceptance of a Grainger Purchase Order. Suppliers must respond promptly indicating whether the order is accepted, rejected, or accepted with changes to maintain compliance standing.
21segments
7loops
5mandatory

Schema Reference

21 segments · X12 855 Purchase Order Acknowledgment

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
BAK Beginning Segment for Purchase Order Acknowledgment
Mandatory Max: 1
BAK01 Transaction Set Purpose Code
M ID 2-2
BAK02 Acknowledgment Type
M ID 2-2
BAK03 Purchase Order Number
M AN 1-22
BAK04 Date
M DT 8-8
BAK08 Reference Identification
O AN 1-30
REF Reference Identification
REF01 Reference Identification Qualifier
M ID 2-3
REF02 Reference Identification
C AN 1-30
PER Administrative Communications Contact
Optional Max: 3
PER01 Contact Function Code
M ID 2-2
PER02 Name
O AN 1-60
PER03 Communication Number Qualifier
C ID 2-2
PER04 Communication Number
C AN 1-80
PER05 Communication Number Qualifier
C ID 2-2
PER06 Communication Number
C AN 1-80
PER07 Communication Number Qualifier
C ID 2-2
PER08 Communication Number
C AN 1-80
PER09 Contact Inquiry Reference
O AN 1-20
N1 Loop Repeat: 200
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
N2 Additional Name Information
Optional Max: 2
N201 Name
M AN 1-60
N3 Address Information
Optional Max: 2
N301 Address Information
M AN 1-55
N4 Geographic Location
Optional Max: 1
N401 City Name
O AN 2-30
N402 State or Province Code
O ID 2-2
N403 Postal Code
O ID 3-15
N404 Country Code
O ID 2-3
PO1 Loop Repeat: 100,000
PO1 Baseline Item Data
Optional Max: 1
PO101 Assigned Identification
O AN 1-20
PO102 Quantity Ordered
C R 1-15
PO103 Unit or Basis for Measurement Code
O ID 2-2
PO104 Unit Price
C R 1-17
PO106 Product/Service ID Qualifier
C ID 2-2
PO107 Product/Service ID
C AN 1-48
PO108 Product/Service ID Qualifier
C ID 2-2
PO109 Product/Service ID
C AN 1-48
PO110 Product/Service ID Qualifier
C ID 2-2
PO111 Product/Service ID
C AN 1-48
PO112 Product/Service ID Qualifier
C ID 2-2
PO113 Product/Service ID
C AN 1-48
PO114 Product/Service ID Qualifier
C ID 2-2
PO115 Product/Service ID
C AN 1-48
PO116 Product/Service ID Qualifier
C ID 2-2
PO117 Product/Service ID
C AN 1-48
PO118 Product/Service ID Qualifier
C ID 2-2
PO119 Product/Service ID
C AN 1-48
PID Loop Repeat: 1,000
PID Product/Item Description
Optional Max: 1
PID01 Item Description Type
M ID 1-1
PID05 Description
C AN 1-80
FOB F.O.B. Related Instructions
FOB01 Shipment Method of Payment
M ID 2-2
FOB02 Location Qualifier
C ID 1-2
FOB03 Description
O AN 1-80
FOB05 Transportation Terms Code
C ID 3-3
TD5 Carrier Details (Routing Sequence/Transit Time)
Optional Max: 12
TD502 Identification Code Qualifier
C ID 1-2
TD503 Identification Code
C AN 2-80
TD505 Routing
C AN 1-35
TD4 Carrier Details (Special Handling, or Hazardous Materials, or Both)
Optional Max: 5
TD401 Special Handling Code
C ID 2-3
TD404 Description
C AN 1-80
ACK Loop Repeat: 104
ACK Line Item Acknowledgment
Optional Max: 1
ACK01 Line Item Status Code
M ID 2-2
ACK02 = Quantity Available) IB Item Backordered R1 Item Rejected: Not a Contract Item R2 Item Rejected: Invalid Item Product Number R3 Item Rejected: Invalid Unit of Issue R4 Item Rejected: Contract Item Not Available R7 Item Rejected: Reorder Item as a Drop Shipment ACK02 Quantity
C R 1-15
ACK03 Unit or Basis for Measurement Code
C ID 2-2
SCH Loop Repeat: 200
SCH Line Item Schedule
Optional Max: 1
SCH01 Quantity
M R 1-15
SCH02 Unit or Basis for Measurement Code
M ID 2-2
SCH05 Date/Time Qualifier
M ID 3-3
SCH06 Date
M DT 8-8
N9 Loop Repeat: 1,000
N9 Reference Identification
Optional Max: 1
N901 Reference Identification Qualifier
M ID 2-3
N903 Free-form Description
C AN 1-45
MSG Message Text
Optional Max: 1,000
MSG01 Free-Form Message Text
M AN 1-264
CTT Loop Repeat: 1
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 Grainger EDI 855

Stacksync validates, transforms, and delivers your 855 transactions automatically — so your team can focus on operations, not EDI compliance.

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Stacksync generates and sends 855 Purchase Order Acknowledgments automatically when your system confirms an order. Accept, reject, or modify line items through your ERP — Stacksync handles the EDI formatting and transmission.

Business unit variations

Grainger (SPS testing only)
Stacksync generates and sends 855 Purchase Order Acknowledgments automatically when your system confirms an order. Accept, reject, or modify line items through your ERP — Stacksync handles the EDI formatting and transmission.
Grainger Industrial Supply
Stacksync generates and sends 855 Purchase Order Acknowledgments automatically when your system confirms an order. Accept, reject, or modify line items through your ERP — Stacksync handles the EDI formatting and transmission.

Grainger EDI 855 FAQ

Common questions about 855 Purchase Order Acknowledgment transactions with Grainger.

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

Most suppliers are fully connected and processing live Grainger 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 Grainger?

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

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

What happens when Grainger updates their EDI specifications?

Stacksync monitors Grainger'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.