X12
Inbound

Loblaw Companies Limited X12 864 Text Message

Loblaws
The EDI 864 Text Message is used by Loblaw Companies Limited to communicate free-form business messages electronically — including compliance notifications, policy updates, or operational communications.
13segments
3loops
7mandatory

Schema Reference

13 segments · X12 864 Text Message

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
BMG Beginning Segment For Text Message
Mandatory Max: 1
BMG01 Transaction Set Purpose Code
M ID 2-2
BMG02 Description
O AN 1-80
BMG03 Transaction Type Code
O ID 2-2
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
MIT Loop Repeat: 200
MIT Message Identification
Mandatory Max: 1
MIT01 Reference Identification
M AN 1-30
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
N3 Address Information
Optional Max: 2
N301 Address Information
M AN 1-55
N302 Address Information
O 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
REF Reference Identification
Optional Max: 12
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
MSG Message Text
Mandatory Max: 100,000
MSG01 Free-Form Message Text
M AN 1-264
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 Loblaw Companies Limited EDI 864

Stacksync validates, transforms, and delivers your 864 transactions automatically — so your team can focus on operations, not EDI compliance.

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Stacksync routes incoming 864 Text Messages to your system and alerts your team — ensuring important Loblaw Companies Limited communications are never missed or buried in an EDI queue.

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Stacksync routes incoming 864 Text Messages to your system and alerts your team — ensuring important Loblaw Companies Limited communications are never missed or buried in an EDI queue.

Loblaw Companies Limited EDI 864 FAQ

Common questions about 864 Text Message transactions with Loblaw Companies Limited.

How long does it take to set up Loblaw Companies Limited EDI with Stacksync?

Most suppliers are fully connected and processing live Loblaw Companies Limited 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 Loblaw Companies Limited?

No. Stacksync handles the entire EDI transport layer. We connect directly to Loblaw Companies Limited'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 Loblaw Companies Limited 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 Loblaw Companies Limited?

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

What happens when Loblaw Companies Limited updates their EDI specifications?

Stacksync monitors Loblaw Companies Limited'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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