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Seaboard Transport X12 214 Transportation Carrier Shipment Status Message

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The EDI 214 provides real-time shipment status updates to Seaboard Transport. Carriers transmit pickup confirmations, in-transit milestones, and delivery confirmations as freight moves through the network.

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Schema Reference

16 segments · X12 214 Transportation Carrier Shipment Status Message

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

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

ST01 Transaction Set Identifier Code

M ID 3-3

ST02 Transaction Set Control Number

M AN 4-9

B1001 Reference Identification

C AN 1-30

B1002 Shipment Identification Number

O AN 1-30

B1003 Standard Carrier Alpha Code

M ID 2-4

L1101 Reference Identification

C AN 1-30

L1102 Reference Identification Qualifier

C ID 2-3

N1 Loop Repeat: 10

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

N201 Name

M AN 1-60

N301 Address Information

M AN 1-55

N302 Address Information

O AN 1-55

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

LX Loop Repeat: 999,999

LX01 Assigned Number

M N0 1-6

AT7 Loop Repeat: 10

AT701 Shipment Status Code

C ID 2-2

AT702 Shipment Status or Appointment Reason Code

C ID 2-2

AT703 Shipment Appointment Status Code

C ID 2-2

AT704 Shipment Status or Appointment Reason Code

C ID 2-2

AT705 Date

C DT 8-8

AT706 Time

C TM 4-8

MS101 City Name

C AN 2-30

MS102 State or Province Code

C ID 2-2

MS103 Country Code

C ID 2-3

MS104 Longitude Code

C ID 7-7

MS105 Latitude Code

C ID 7-7

MS106 Direction Identifier Code

O ID 1-1

MS107 Direction Identifier Code

O ID 1-1

MS201 Standard Carrier Alpha Code

C ID 2-4

MS202 Equipment Number

C AN 1-10

CD3 Loop Repeat: 999,999

CD301 Weight Qualifier

C ID 1-2

CD302 Weight

C R 1-10

NM101 Entity Identifier Code

M ID 2-3

NM102 Entity Type Qualifier

M ID 1-1

NM103 Name Last or Organization Name

O AN 1-35

NM104 Name First

O AN 1-25

SE01 Number of Included Segments

M N0 1-10

SE02 Transaction Set Control Number

M AN 4-9

How It Works

Automating Seaboard Transport EDI 214

Stacksync validates, transforms, and delivers your 214 transactions automatically — so your team can focus on operations, not EDI compliance.

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Stacksync transmits 214 Shipment Status updates from your TMS to Seaboard Transport — providing real-time freight visibility without manual status calls or portal updates.

Seaboard Transport EDI 214 FAQ

Common questions about 214 Transportation Carrier Shipment Status Message transactions with Seaboard Transport.

What status updates does Seaboard Transport expect in an EDI 214?

Seaboard Transport expects EDI 214 Shipment Status Messages at key milestones: pickup (status code X3), in-transit checkpoints (X1), delivery appointment scheduled (X6), arrived at delivery (X1), and delivered (D1). Some Seaboard Transport programs also require departure from origin, border crossing for international loads, and out-for-delivery notifications. Each 214 includes a timestamp, location, and the shipment reference number linking it to the original 204 tender. Stacksync generates 214 updates automatically from your GPS tracking or TMS milestone events, keeping Seaboard Transport's visibility platform current without manual status entry.

How frequently should EDI 214 updates be sent to Seaboard Transport?

Most Seaboard Transport programs expect EDI 214 updates at every significant milestone — typically pickup, each major transit point, and delivery. Some high-priority Seaboard Transport lanes require periodic in-transit updates every 4 to 8 hours, regardless of milestone events. The key is that Seaboard Transport should never need to call your dispatch for a status check. Stacksync integrates with your ELD or GPS provider and sends 214 updates automatically based on geofence triggers or scheduled intervals, ensuring Seaboard Transport has continuous visibility without your dispatch team manually generating status messages.

What happens if Seaboard Transport doesn't receive an EDI 214 on time?

Missing or late EDI 214 updates can result in Seaboard Transport chargebacks, reduced carrier scorecard ratings, and loss of preferred carrier status. Seaboard Transport uses 214 data for dock scheduling, inventory planning, and customer notifications — when status updates are missing, it creates operational blind spots. In some Seaboard Transport programs, consecutive 214 failures trigger automatic load retendering to backup carriers. Stacksync monitors 214 delivery and alerts your team if a status update fails to transmit, allowing you to resend before Seaboard Transport escalates the issue.

How does Stacksync automate Seaboard Transport EDI 214 status messages?

Stacksync connects to your TMS, ELD, or GPS tracking system and automatically generates Seaboard Transport 214 messages when shipment events occur. When a driver checks in at pickup, crosses a geofence, or completes delivery, Stacksync captures the event, formats the 214 with the correct status code, location, and timestamp, and transmits it to Seaboard Transport's EDI network. The platform handles appointment codes, exception reporting (delays, refused deliveries), and proof-of-delivery confirmation. Your drivers continue using their existing tools while Stacksync handles the EDI compliance layer automatically.

Can Seaboard Transport EDI 214 data be used to verify freight invoices?

Yes. The EDI 214 provides an independent record of when pickup and delivery actually occurred, which is essential for auditing freight invoices (EDI 210). If a carrier's 210 invoice claims accessorial charges for detention, the 214 timestamps prove how long the driver waited. If a delivery date on the invoice doesn't match the 214 delivery confirmation, it signals a billing discrepancy. Stacksync cross-references 214 data with 210 invoices automatically, flagging mismatches in dates, locations, and service events for your freight audit review.

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