X12
Inbound

Walgreens X12 861 Receiving Advice/Acceptance Certificate

Walgreens DC (Domestic Distribution Centers, Import, Direct to store, Corporate)
The EDI 861 Receiving Advice is sent by Walgreens to confirm what was actually received at the dock. It includes received quantities, damaged items, and shortages — enabling suppliers to reconcile shipments and resolve discrepancies.
14segments
2loops
6mandatory

Schema Reference

14 segments · X12 861 Receiving Advice/Acceptance Certificate

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
BRA Beginning Segment for Receiving Advice or Acceptance Certificate
Mandatory Max: 1
BRA01 Reference Identification
M AN 1-30
BRA02 Date
M DT 8-8
BRA03 Transaction Set Purpose Code
M ID 2-2
BRA04 Receiving Advice or Acceptance Certificate Type Code
M ID 1-1
REF Reference Identification
REF01 Reference Identification Qualifier
M ID 2-3
REF02 Reference Identification
C AN 1-30
DTM Date/Time Reference
Mandatory Max: 10
DTM01 Date/Time Qualifier
M ID 3-3
DTM02 Date
C DT 8-8
PRF Purchase Order Reference
Optional Max: 25
PRF01 Purchase Order Number
M AN 1-22
PRF04 Date
O DT 8-8
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
RCD Loop Repeat: 200,000
RCD Receiving Conditions
Optional Max: 1
RCD02 Quantity Units Received or Accepted
C R 1-9
RCD06 Quantity in Question
C R 1-9
RCD08 Receiving Condition Code
C ID 2-2
SN1 Item Detail (Shipment)
Optional Max: 1
SN102 Number of Units Shipped
M R 1-10
SN103 Unit or Basis for Measurement Code
M ID 2-2
SN105 Quantity Ordered
C R 1-15
SN106 Unit or Basis for Measurement Code
C ID 2-2
LIN Item Identification
Optional Max: 100
LIN01 Assigned Identification
O AN 1-20
LIN02 Product/Service ID Qualifier
M ID 2-2
LIN03 Product/Service ID
M AN 1-48
SAC Service, Promotion, Allowance, or Charge Information
Optional Max: 10
SAC01 Allowance or Charge Indicator
M ID 1-1
SAC02 Service, Promotion, Allowance, or Charge Code
C ID 4-4
SAC05 Amount
O N2 1-15
SAC08 Rate
O R 1-9
SAC09 Unit or Basis for Measurement Code
C ID 2-2
SAC10 Quantity
C R 1-15
MAN Marks and Numbers
MAN01 Marks and Numbers Qualifier
M ID 1-2
MAN02 Marks and Numbers
M AN 1-48
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 Walgreens EDI 861

Stacksync validates, transforms, and delivers your 861 transactions automatically — so your team can focus on operations, not EDI compliance.

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Stacksync syncs Walgreens 861 Receiving Advice to your system automatically — so you see exactly what was received, what was short, and what was damaged, without waiting for manual reports.

Walgreens EDI 861 FAQ

Common questions about 861 Receiving Advice/Acceptance Certificate transactions with Walgreens.

What is a Walgreens EDI 861 Receiving Advice/Acceptance Certificate?

The Walgreens EDI 861 Receiving Advice/Acceptance Certificate is an X12 transaction set used to exchange Receiving Advice/Acceptance Certificate data electronically between trading partners. As a inbound document, it standardizes the communication of Receiving Advice/Acceptance Certificate information between Walgreens and their suppliers, carriers, or partners. Stacksync processes Walgreens 861 transactions automatically, parsing the X12 segments and mapping them to the corresponding records in your ERP, WMS, or database. This eliminates manual data entry, reduces errors, and ensures your systems stay in sync with Walgreens's requirements in real time.

What is a Walgreens EDI 861 Receiving Advice/Acceptance Certificate?

The Walgreens EDI 861 Receiving Advice/Acceptance Certificate is an X12 transaction set used to exchange Receiving Advice/Acceptance Certificate data electronically between trading partners. As a inbound document, it standardizes the communication of Receiving Advice/Acceptance Certificate information between Walgreens and their suppliers, carriers, or partners. Stacksync processes Walgreens 861 transactions automatically, parsing the X12 segments and mapping them to the corresponding records in your ERP, WMS, or database. This eliminates manual data entry, reduces errors, and ensures your systems stay in sync with Walgreens's requirements in real time.

How does Stacksync automate Walgreens EDI 861 Receiving Advice/Acceptance Certificate transactions?

Stacksync handles Walgreens EDI 861 Receiving Advice/Acceptance Certificate transactions through an automated pipeline: receive the X12 document, validate the envelope and segment structure, map fields to your system's schema, and sync the data in real time. For inbound 861 transactions, Stacksync either generates the document from your system's data or processes incoming documents and routes them to the correct records. The platform includes built-in compliance validation so every Walgreens 861 document meets their specific formatting requirements before transmission or after receipt.

How does Stacksync automate Walgreens EDI 861 Receiving Advice/Acceptance Certificate transactions?

Stacksync handles Walgreens EDI 861 Receiving Advice/Acceptance Certificate transactions through an automated pipeline: receive the X12 document, validate the envelope and segment structure, map fields to your system's schema, and sync the data in real time. For inbound 861 transactions, Stacksync either generates the document from your system's data or processes incoming documents and routes them to the correct records. The platform includes built-in compliance validation so every Walgreens 861 document meets their specific formatting requirements before transmission or after receipt.

What are common Walgreens EDI 861 errors and how do I fix them?

Common errors in Walgreens EDI 861 Receiving Advice/Acceptance Certificate transactions include missing mandatory segments, invalid qualifier codes, incorrect date or time formats, and data values exceeding maximum field lengths. Reference number mismatches between related documents (e.g., PO numbers that don't match) also cause rejections. Stacksync validates Walgreens 861 documents against known requirements before transmission and after receipt, catching errors proactively. When issues occur, the platform provides human-readable error descriptions with the specific segment and element that failed, rather than raw X12 error codes.

What are common Walgreens EDI 861 errors and how do I fix them?

Common errors in Walgreens EDI 861 Receiving Advice/Acceptance Certificate transactions include missing mandatory segments, invalid qualifier codes, incorrect date or time formats, and data values exceeding maximum field lengths. Reference number mismatches between related documents (e.g., PO numbers that don't match) also cause rejections. Stacksync validates Walgreens 861 documents against known requirements before transmission and after receipt, catching errors proactively. When issues occur, the platform provides human-readable error descriptions with the specific segment and element that failed, rather than raw X12 error codes.

How long does it take to set up Walgreens EDI 861 with Stacksync?

Most Walgreens EDI 861 Receiving Advice/Acceptance Certificate integrations with Stacksync go live within 3 to 5 business days. The setup involves authenticating your EDI connection (AS2, SFTP, or VAN), configuring field mappings between Walgreens's 861 format and your system, running test transactions, and completing Walgreens's certification process if required. Stacksync includes pre-built mappings for Walgreens's most common 861 configurations, which accelerates the setup. Your team can monitor the integration from a single dashboard without managing EDI infrastructure directly.

How long does it take to set up Walgreens EDI 861 with Stacksync?

Most Walgreens EDI 861 Receiving Advice/Acceptance Certificate integrations with Stacksync go live within 3 to 5 business days. The setup involves authenticating your EDI connection (AS2, SFTP, or VAN), configuring field mappings between Walgreens's 861 format and your system, running test transactions, and completing Walgreens's certification process if required. Stacksync includes pre-built mappings for Walgreens's most common 861 configurations, which accelerates the setup. Your team can monitor the integration from a single dashboard without managing EDI infrastructure directly.

Can I customize Walgreens EDI 861 field mappings in Stacksync?

Yes. Stacksync provides a visual field mapping tool that lets you define exactly how Walgreens EDI 861 segments and elements map to your system's fields. You can set data transformations (date format conversion, code translation tables), conditional routing rules, and default values for optional fields. The mappings are version-controlled, so changes can be reviewed and rolled back if needed. If Walgreens updates their 861 specification, Stacksync highlights the affected mappings and suggests adjustments, ensuring your integration stays compliant without a full reconfiguration.

Can I customize Walgreens EDI 861 field mappings in Stacksync?

Yes. Stacksync provides a visual field mapping tool that lets you define exactly how Walgreens EDI 861 segments and elements map to your system's fields. You can set data transformations (date format conversion, code translation tables), conditional routing rules, and default values for optional fields. The mappings are version-controlled, so changes can be reviewed and rolled back if needed. If Walgreens updates their 861 specification, Stacksync highlights the affected mappings and suggests adjustments, ensuring your integration stays compliant without a full reconfiguration.

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