X12
Inbound

Nestle X12 204 Motor Carrier Load Tender

Nestle
The EDI 204 Motor Carrier Load Tender is sent by Nestle to request freight capacity from carriers. It includes pickup and delivery locations, shipment weight, commodity details, and required equipment type.
18segments
3loops
7mandatory

Schema Reference

18 segments · X12 204 Motor Carrier Load Tender

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
B2 Beginning Segment for Shipment Information Transaction
Mandatory Max: 1
B202 Standard Carrier Alpha Code
O ID 2-4
B204 Shipment Identification Number
O AN 1-30
B206 Shipment Method of Payment
M ID 2-2
B2A Set Purpose
Mandatory Max: 1
B2A01 Transaction Set Purpose Code
M ID 2-2
L11 Business Instructions and Reference Number
Optional Max: 99,999
L1101 Reference Identification
C AN 1-50
L1102 Reference Identification Qualifier
C ID 2-3
NTE Note/Special Instruction
Optional Max: 10
NTE02 Description
M AN 1-80
S5 Loop Repeat: 999
S5 Stop-off Details
Mandatory Max: 1
S501 Stop Sequence Number
M N0 1-3
S502 Stop Reason Code
M ID 2-2
S503 Weight
C R 1-10
S504 Weight Unit Code
C ID 1-1
S505 Number of Units Shipped
C R 1-10
S506 Unit or Basis for Measurement Code
C ID 2-2
L11 Business Instructions and Reference Number
Optional Max: 99,999
L1101 Reference Identification
C AN 1-50
L1102 Reference Identification Qualifier
C ID 2-3
G62 Date/Time
Optional Max: 3
G6201 Date Qualifier
C ID 2-2
G6202 Date
C DT 8-8
G6203 Time Qualifier
C ID 1-2
G6204 Time
C TM 4-8
NTE Note/Special Instruction
Optional Max: 10
NTE02 Description
M AN 1-80
N1 Loop Repeat: 1
N1 Party Identification
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 Party Location
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
C ID 2-2
N403 Postal Code
O ID 3-15
OID Loop Repeat: 99,999
OID Order Information Detail
Optional Max: 1
OID01 Reference Identification
C AN 1-50
OID02 Purchase Order Number
C AN 1-22
OID04 Packaging Form Code
C ID 3-3
OID05 Quantity
C R 1-15
OID06 Weight Unit Code
C ID 1-1
OID07 Weight
C R 1-10
LAD Lading Detail
Optional Max: 99,999
LAD13 Lading Description
O AN 1-50
L3 Total Weight and Charges
Optional Max: 1
L301 Weight
C R 1-10
L302 Weight Qualifier
C ID 1-2
L311 Lading Quantity
O N0 1-7
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 Nestle EDI 204

Stacksync validates, transforms, and delivers your 204 transactions automatically — so your team can focus on operations, not EDI compliance.

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Stacksync syncs incoming Nestle 204 Load Tenders directly to your TMS or dispatch system — so your operations team can accept or reject loads without switching between systems.

Nestle EDI 204 FAQ

Common questions about 204 Motor Carrier Load Tender transactions with Nestle.

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

Most suppliers are fully connected and processing live Nestle 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 Nestle?

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

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

What happens when Nestle updates their EDI specifications?

Stacksync monitors Nestle'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.