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Men's Wearhouse via DSCO X12 846 Inventory Inquiry/Advice

Men's Wearhouse (Tailored Brands) (via DSCO (dba Rithum))
The EDI 846 provides Men's Wearhouse via DSCO with inventory visibility across supplier warehouses. Suppliers send inventory snapshots so Men's Wearhouse via DSCO can optimize replenishment planning and avoid out-of-stock situations.
20segments
5loops
6mandatory

Schema Reference

20 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 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
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 1-30
BIA04 Date
M DT 8-8
BIA05 Time
O TM 4-8
CUR Currency
Optional Max: 1
CUR01 Entity Identifier Code
M ID 2-3
CUR02 Currency Code
M ID 3-3
REF Reference Identification
Optional Max: 12
REF01 Reference Identification Qualifier
M ID 2-3
REF02 Reference Identification
C AN 1-30
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
PID Product/Item Description
Optional Max: 200
PID01 Item Description Type
M ID 1-1
PID02 Product/Process Characteristic Code
O ID 2-3
PID03 Agency Qualifier Code
C ID 2-2
PID04 Product Description Code
C AN 1-12
PID05 Description
C AN 1-80
PID06 Surface/Layer/Position Code
O ID 2-2
PID07 Source Subqualifier
O AN 1-15
DTM Date/Time Reference
Optional Max: 10
DTM01 Date/Time Qualifier
M ID 3-3
DTM02 Date
C DT 8-8
CTP Pricing Information
Optional Max: 25
CTP01 Class of Trade Code
O ID 2-2
CTP02 Price Identifier Code
C ID 3-3
CTP03 Unit Price
C R 1-17
CUR Currency
Optional Max: 1
CUR01 Entity Identifier Code
M ID 2-3
CUR02 Currency Code
M ID 3-3
REF Reference Identification
Optional Max: 12
REF01 Reference Identification Qualifier
M ID 2-3
REF02 Reference Identification
C AN 1-30
QTY Loop Repeat: 99
QTY Quantity
Optional Max: 1
QTY01 Quantity Qualifier
M ID 2-2
QTY02 Quantity
C R 1-15
MEA Measurements
Optional Max: 25
MEA01 Measurement Reference ID Code
O ID 2-2
MEA02 Measurement Qualifier
O ID 1-3
MEA03 Measurement Value
C R 1-20
MEA05 Range Minimum
C R 1-20
MEA06 Range Maximum
C R 1-20
SCH Loop Repeat: 25
SCH Line Item Schedule
Optional Max: 1
SCH01 Quantity
M R 1-15
SCH02 Unit or Basis for Measurement Code
M ID 2-2
SCH03 Entity Identifier Code
O ID 2-3
SCH04 Name
C AN 1-60
SCH05 Date/Time Qualifier
M ID 3-3
SCH06 Date
M DT 8-8
LS Loop Repeat: 1
LS Loop Header
Optional Max: 1
LS01 Loop Identifier Code
M AN 1-6
REF Loop
REF Reference Identification
Optional Max: 12
REF01 Reference Identification Qualifier
M ID 2-3
REF02 Reference Identification
C AN 1-30
DTM Date/Time Reference
Optional Max: 10
DTM01 Date/Time Qualifier
M ID 3-3
DTM02 Date
C DT 8-8
LE Loop Trailer
Optional Max: 1
LE01 Loop Identifier Code
M AN 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 Men's Wearhouse via DSCO 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 Men's Wearhouse via DSCO automatically on a configurable schedule. Available quantity, allocated stock, and warehouse locations are pulled from your system — giving the retailer accurate replenishment data.

Men's Wearhouse via DSCO EDI 846 FAQ

Common questions about 846 Inventory Inquiry/Advice transactions with Men's Wearhouse via DSCO.

What is a Men's Wearhouse via DSCO EDI 846 Inventory Inquiry/Advice?

A Men's Wearhouse via DSCO EDI 846 is used to communicate inventory levels between trading partners. Depending on the direction, it can be an inventory inquiry from Men's Wearhouse via DSCO asking for your current stock levels, or an inventory advice from you reporting available quantities. The document contains item identifiers (UPC, SKU), quantity on hand, quantity available, and location details. Men's Wearhouse via DSCO uses 846 data for demand planning, replenishment, and dropship availability. Stacksync sends 846 updates automatically from your inventory system, keeping Men's Wearhouse via DSCO's records current without manual reports or portal uploads.

How frequently should EDI 846 Inventory updates be sent to Men's Wearhouse via DSCO?

Men's Wearhouse via DSCO's required frequency for EDI 846 updates depends on the fulfillment model. Dropship programs often require daily or even intraday inventory feeds — some Men's Wearhouse via DSCO divisions expect updates every 4 to 6 hours to minimize overselling. Warehouse-replenishment programs may accept weekly 846 updates. Stacksync monitors your inventory system for stock level changes and can send 846 updates on a scheduled interval or when quantities change beyond a configurable threshold, ensuring Men's Wearhouse via DSCO always has accurate availability data without overwhelming their systems with unnecessary transmissions.

Is EDI 846 required for Men's Wearhouse via DSCO dropship programs?

Most Men's Wearhouse via DSCO dropship programs require EDI 846 Inventory Advice to prevent overselling — if you sell products through Men's Wearhouse via DSCO's marketplace or website, they need real-time visibility into what you can actually ship. Without accurate 846 data, Men's Wearhouse via DSCO may list items as available that are actually out of stock, leading to order cancellations and poor customer experience. Stacksync integrates directly with your warehouse management system to push 846 updates automatically whenever stock levels change, ensuring Men's Wearhouse via DSCO's product listings always reflect your actual fulfillment capacity.

What happens when inventory reaches zero in an EDI 846?

When an item reaches zero available quantity in your EDI 846, Men's Wearhouse via DSCO's systems typically remove it from available-to-sell inventory. For dropship, this means the product page may show 'out of stock.' For replenishment, it signals that Men's Wearhouse via DSCO should hold off on ordering until stock is replenished. It is important to send a zero-quantity 846 rather than simply omitting the item — omission may be interpreted differently by Men's Wearhouse via DSCO's system. Stacksync handles zero-quantity items explicitly and can optionally suppress items below a safety stock threshold to prevent overselling.

How does Stacksync automate Men's Wearhouse via DSCO EDI 846 inventory feeds?

Stacksync connects to your inventory management system, WMS, or ERP and pulls real-time stock data including quantity on hand, available-to-promise, and backorder quantities. The platform formats this data into the 846 document structure with proper UPC/SKU identifiers, location codes, and quantity qualifiers. You configure the transmission schedule — hourly, daily, or event-triggered — and Stacksync handles the rest. The platform also tracks Men's Wearhouse via DSCO's inventory receipts so you can identify discrepancies between your reported inventory and what Men's Wearhouse via DSCO has actually received.

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