EDI Transaction Set
EDI 859: Freight Invoice
EDI 859 is the X12 Freight Invoice transaction set, used within Electronic Data Interchange (EDI). The transaction set can be used to provide the sender with the capability to transmit an invoice, including charges, allowances, and details, for transportation services rendered. This transaction set can also be used to exchange transportation services invoice information based on services provided in accordance with Government transportation rules and regulations.
What the 859 transaction set covers
Freight Invoice This X12 Transaction Set contains the format and establishes the data contents of the Freight Invoice Transaction Set (859) for use within the context of an Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) environment. The transaction set can be used to provide the sender with the capability to transmit an invoice, including charges, allowances, and details, for transportation services rendered. This transaction set can also be used to exchange transportation services invoice information based on services provided in accordance with Government transportation rules and regulations. It may be used by the U.S. Civilian Government, U.S. Department of Defense, and any of their trading partners to exchange invoice information resulting from the shipment of freight, household goods, and passengers. This transaction set fulfills financial information requirements established by the U.S. Government.
How Interlink handles the 859
Interlink Commerce maps, transmits, and monitors the 859 for you as part of fully managed EDI — connected straight to your ERP or systems, certified against your retailer’s requirements, and billed only when you trade. Most suppliers go live within 30 days.