EDIFACT WHSORD — Warehouse Order
WHSORD tells the warehouse what to pick, pack, and ship, with ship-to, carrier service, and priority.
✦ What It Does
May include packaging instructions and label requirements per retailer routing guides.
Feeds WMS waves; confirmation often via DESADV or partner-specific shipping advice.
Omnichannel programs split B2B and D2C instructions using NAD and RFF qualifiers.
⚡ When It's Used
- Brand owner releases ship request after retailer ORDERS allocation.
- Drop-ship consumer order routed to 3PL WMS.
- Transfer order between regional DCs via 3PL.
- Replacement shipment after claim approval.
- Promotional pack kitting instructions.
Who Uses EDIFACT WHSORD
European retail & brands
Common in EDIFACT-first programs where warehouse order flows between HQ, DCs, and suppliers across the EU and APAC.
Global manufacturers
Automotive, industrial, and CPG companies standardize on EDIFACT for plants and suppliers outside North America.
3PLs & carriers
Logistics service providers consume or produce the message when the contract mandates UN/EDIFACT syntax and directories.
Key Segments & Constructs
EDIFACT uses a hierarchical structure: UNH (message header) opens the transaction; BGM (beginning of message) carries the document name and reference; party data uses NAD; lines often use LIN with QTY, PRI, and MOA. Exact segment requirements depend on the message directory (D.96A, etc.) and your trading partner's implementation guide.
BGM
Warehouse order function and ID.
NAD
Ship-to, bill-to, and goods owner parties.
LIN / QTY
Pick lines and quantities.
TDT / PAC
Carrier service and packaging hints.
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